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For Greater Glory

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In late 1920s Mexico, retired Gen. Gorostieta and his wife watch their country degenerate into violent civil war when the government enacts a series of anti-clerical laws. Gorostieta is at first hesitant to join the rebels, known as Cristeros, until he begins to see the cost of religious persecution on his countrymen. Though the odds are against him, the general nevertheless transforms a ragtag band of rebels into a formidable fighting force.
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Critics Consensus

It has laudable aspirations, but For Greater Glory ultimately fails to fulfill its goals due to an overstuffed script, thinly written characters, and an overly simplified dramatization of historical events.

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Ben Sachs Chicago Reader 06/01/2012
As generic as the title, this historical drama spares no cliche in depicting Mexico's Cristero War of the late 1920. Go to Full Review Marjorie Baumgarten Austin Chronicle 06/01/2012
1.5/5
You'll be forgiven (on earth if not in heaven) should you find yourself humming "Onward, Christian Soldiers" as you exit the theatre. Go to Full Review William Goss Film.com 06/01/2012
It's the stuff of real life, and of high drama, but Dean Wright's directorial debut translates little of that latter quality to the screen. Go to Full Review Allen Almachar The MacGuffin 07/31/2020
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In terms of technical skill and storytelling ability, it falls flat before getting a chance to get on its feet. Go to Full Review Erick Estrada Cinegarage 11/21/2018
Dean Wright's film confirms that there isn't a film that truly depicts the Revolution yet. [Full Review in Spanish] Go to Full Review Megan Basham WORLD 06/22/2018
If these events seem to fit a little too neatly into modern narrative, seem almost too ready-made for current controversies... a few minutes' worth of research confirms the essential truth of the story. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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pjoe87 C @pjoe87 May 30 Unaware of the Cristeros uprising of Mexico, this enlightened me and pushed me to research this episode of mexican history. I would never have thought Mexico was this close to communistic possibility. One of the steadfast communities of Catholocism rose up and defended their faith. What a wonderful testament to the families of central america. The USA and Rome seemed to keep an arms length away from the dispute, but God prevails and many Saints have showed us the way. See more sam t @RT27239838 Oct 19 great movie with great performance and spectacular locations See more Bill W @RT28077011 07/20/2025 It's a story of an important, but often unknown history in Mexico. Seriously, how many people know Mexico had a communist revolution in 1917? We must tell the story or it could happen again. All in all, it's an accurate account. Many of the scenes have actual photos from the time incling the many priests hanging from telephone poles. About the only flaw I detected was a priest (Peter O'Toole) wouldn't present a rosary as a necklace. See more Sam D @RT15578567 06/15/2025 This was a fantastic movie set in a time when the real Church was visible, now but a remnant. An important time in Mexican history. May Our Lady of Guadalupe keep the true faith alive in Mexico See more Shannon T @RT16388183 12/25/2024 A great movie that includes the story of St. José Sánchez del Rio, a 14 year old boy that was martyred during the Mexican Cristero War in the 1920's. I highly recommend! See more brice M @RT79134342 03/18/2024 it is a extremely moving and compelling story, and I cried many times. and it portrays very well a time in history untold in classrooms, a time where catholics were persecuted and freedom of religion was restrained in a cruel and evil way. very great portrayal and I just love it.(side note: the death of saint Jose is accurate to his death almost every part I just loved that) See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Dean Wright

Director

Andy Garcia

Gen. Gorostieta

Eva Longoria

Tulita

Peter O'Toole

Father Christopher

Oscar Isaac

El Catorce

Santiago Cabrera

Father Vega

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Synopsis In late 1920s Mexico, retired Gen. Gorostieta and his wife watch their country degenerate into violent civil war when the government enacts a series of anti-clerical laws. Gorostieta is at first hesitant to join the rebels, known as Cristeros, until he begins to see the cost of religious persecution on his countrymen. Though the odds are against him, the general nevertheless transforms a ragtag band of rebels into a formidable fighting force.
Director
Dean Wright
Producer
Pablo José Barroso
Screenwriter
Michael Love
Distributor
ARC Entertainment
Production Co
Dos Corazones Films, NewLand Films
Rating
R (War Violence|Some Disturbing Images)
Genre
History, Drama
Original Language
Spanish
Release Date (Theaters)
Jun 1, 2012, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Sep 10, 2012
Box Office (Gross USA)
$5.7M
Runtime
2h 23m
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