Antonio Banderas as Pancho Villa This role was simply necessary for an ambitious actor trying to ride Hollywood. The role in the "Zapata Western" and asked. It is obvious that Banderas did not seek to exchange for empty biographical tapes (he did not star in Sandino) and chose a film with a truly original script. Don't you? Then try to draw a parallel between Pancho Villa and David Wark Griffith, and after all, both characters are in leading positions. And while you are busy with these thoughts, I cannot help but speculate about the game of Banderas.
This film was made for one actor, who takes all his energy space. I must say Banderas did a great job here. Behind the usual temperamental antics lies the cold negative reality of the cold-blooded killer and robber, whose true nature is very accurately manifested in this picture. Another thing is that in comparison with the wonderful role of Zapata performed by Marlon Brando (and parallels are simply inevitable here), Antonio’s character is devoid of any grandeur. This is quite an ordinary charismatic by chance turned out to be the arbiter of many fates. And you need to make an effort to understand that this grinding of the hero is not accidental - the intentional study of the actor. This means that the painting is a significant asset.
Well, going back to the story itself, it was cool to send filmmakers to Villa and “force” them to learn his difficult character. This pleasantly elevated the picture, and made the author of this review think about a completely different time and continent. There was something about this whole lawlessness carnival referring to such historical episodes as the betrayal and shooting of Kolchak. Which means it's not that trivial. So, the tape produced an effect, despite the boring rhythm.
7 out of 10