El Cid, a Samuel Bronston produced historical epic on a grand scale starring Charlton Heston as the 11th century real life hero. Set in Spain during the attempted Moorish conquest of Spain, El Cid tries to unite two warring Kingdoms to unite Spain against the Moors, Muslim conquerors that swept in from North Africa to spread Islam into Europe. With literally a cast of thousands, amazing period costumes and weaponry El Cid Is one of the most spectacular historical period dramas ever made. Standout performances by Sophia Loren, Herbert Lom, Massimo Serato and Raf Valone. El Cid is a timeless classic. Well worth seeing.
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