La Pastorela: The Shepherd's Tale
Originally released in 1991. La Pastorela: The Shepherd's Tale is a music/drama film. directed by Luis Valdez. At just 79 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Linda Ronstadt, Paul Rodríguez, and Robert Beltran
Synopsis
Originally produced for PBS's Great Performances Series, La Pastorela is a musical retelling of the shepherds' journey to Bethlehem to see the Christ Child. We see the tale through the eyes of a modern young girl, the oldest child in a large rural Tex-Mex family. During a surrealistic dream, which brings to mind "The Wizard of Oz," the young chicana makes a fantastical journey with the shepherds and along the way; witnesses the triumph of God's Angels over Satan's diablo's. Full of drama, comedy, fantasy and wonderful music; this is a rare film the whole family can enjoy together.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 23, 1991
34 years ago
Runtime
1h 19m
79 minutes total
User Rating
4.7/10
Mixed (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Richard Soto Productions
- El Teatro Campesino
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Pastorela: The Shepherd's Tale about?
Originally produced for PBS's Great Performances Series, La Pastorela is a musical retelling of the shepherds' journey to Bethlehem to see the Christ Child. We see the tale through the eyes of a mo...
Who directed La Pastorela: The Shepherd's Tale?
La Pastorela: The Shepherd's Tale was directed by Luis Valdez.
How long is La Pastorela: The Shepherd's Tale?
La Pastorela: The Shepherd's Tale has a runtime of 1 hours and 19 minutes (79 minutes total).
When was La Pastorela: The Shepherd's Tale released?
La Pastorela: The Shepherd's Tale was released on December 23, 1991 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in La Pastorela: The Shepherd's Tale?
The main cast of La Pastorela: The Shepherd's Tale includes Linda Ronstadt, Paul Rodríguez, Robert Beltran, Karla Montana, Anahuac Valdez.