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La Pastorela: The Shepherd's Tale

First aired on Dec 23, 1991

Runtime: 79 mins

50%

Genres: Music, Drama, Comedy

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.

Featured Cast: click image to view more
Linda Ronstadt | San Miguel
Paul Rodríguez | Satanas
Robert Beltran | Luzbel
Karla Montana | Gila
Anahuac Valdez | Bato
León Singer | El Hermitano
Featured Crew
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Luis Valdez | Director
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Gail Russell | Costume Designer
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Kimberly Myers | Executive Producer
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Chuy Elizondo | Director of Photography
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Mike Martinez | Stunts
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Zach Staenberg | Editor