The Castilian
"TRUE...Actually Shot in the Medieval Locations Where the Actual Story Took Place!"
Originally released in 1963. The Castilian is a adventure/drama film. directed by Javier Setó. With a runtime of 2h 8m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Espartaco Santoni, Frankie Avalon, and Cesar Romero
Synopsis
Also released as Valley of the Swords, this lugubrious US/Spanish co-production features the usual mid-1960s "tax shelter" international cast. Broderick Crawford plays a despotic 10th century Spanish king who, in cahoots with the invading Moors, has banished handsome Castilian nobleman Spartaco Santoni. With the surreptitious aid of Crawford's daughter Teresa Velasquez, Santoni assembles an army to march against the Moors. In keeping with the 13th century epic poem from which this film was derived ("El Poema de Fernan Gonzales") Santoni's path is smoothed by the celestial intervention of patron saints Milan and Santiago. Among the big names picking up a few tax-free dollars in The Castilian are Cesar Romero, Linda Darnell, Alida Valli and Fernando Rey.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 7, 1963
62 years ago
Runtime
2h 8m
128 minutes total
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Spain
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Production Companies
- Cinemagic Inc.
- M.D. Producciones Cinematográficas
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Castilian about?
Also released as Valley of the Swords, this lugubrious US/Spanish co-production features the usual mid-1960s "tax shelter" international cast. Broderick Crawford plays a despotic 10th century Spani...
Who directed The Castilian?
The Castilian was directed by Javier Setó.
How long is The Castilian?
The Castilian has a runtime of 2 hours and 8 minutes (128 minutes total).
When was The Castilian released?
The Castilian was released on March 7, 1963 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Castilian?
The main cast of The Castilian includes Espartaco Santoni, Frankie Avalon, Cesar Romero, Teresa Velázquez, Tomás Blanco.