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Once Upon A Scoundrel

1973, Movie, G, 90 mins

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Unpretentious, charming story stars Mostel as a wealthy Mexican land baron, madly in love with young Garcia. To get her fiance out of the way, Mostel accuses him of stealing a duck, thus sending the youth to prison. The traditional law states that the young man cannot be released until Mostel forgives him. Fearing that she will never see her bethrothed again, Garcia and her aunt, Jurado, conceive a plan which will make Mostel believe himself to be dead--a wandering soul who can never rest in peace. Mostel ultimately repents and frees the fiance, then goes on to do good deeds everywhere. Exceptional photography blends the beautiful Mexican scenery very well with the story. leave a comment
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