5:00 pm - Friday, June 6

Latino Film: The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez

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It is 1901, and two Texas cultures?the Anglo and the Mexican? live side by side in a state of tension and fear. Gregorio Cortez (Edward Olomos), a young Mexican family man, shoots and kills a sheriff in self-defense. For the next 11 days, he eludes an inflamed posse of 600 Texas Rangers in a 450 mile chase across Texas. His manhunt captures the nation's interest, and his eventual trial is tainted by the extreme emotions of the country. To some, Cortez becomes an instant folk-hero; to most others, however, he is considered a very dangerous criminal. It takes 12 years to learn the truth. Running Time: 105 minutes Rating: PG Featuring a special appearance by Pepe Sema, Actor.

Admission/Cost: FREE

Location:
MiraCosta San Elijo Campus
3333 Manchester Avenue
Cardiff, CA 92007

Friday, June 6 - 5:00 PM

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