US Embassy presents: Telling the American Story: Literature in Cinema: The Milagro Beanfield War
Dir by Robert Redford
USA 1988, 117 min
In English, with English subtitles
Location: Kumu Auditorium
Based on John Nichols’ novel of the same name, The Milagro Beanfield War is a modern-day David versus Goliath tale. Set in the small northern New Mexico town Milagro, Spanish for “Miracle,” underdog Joe Mondragon accidentally ignites a battle between local farmers and outside land developers for the desert’s most precious resource: water. Featuring a quirky cast of characters and a dash of magical realism, this drama-comedy is not only a whimsical trip to the American south-west, but also a glimpse into the Latino struggle to balance progress with culture and tradition.
Entrance free of charge.
NB! Due to the spread of the virus, please note that we ask all visitors 12 years of age and older to present documents related to the COVID-19 virus with an ID before entering the auditorium. Read more about the regulations.
NB! Due to the spread of the virus, please note that we ask all visitors 12 years of age and older to present documents related to the COVID-19 virus with an ID before entering the auditorium. Read more about the regulations.
