It’s advisable to know from the beginning of The Milagro Beanfield War that “milagro” is the Spanish word for “miracle.” The scene is a rundown Hispanic community in New Mexico, bordering a posh housing development. In full control of the local water rights, the powers-that-be are secure in the belief that they’ll be able to expand their development without resistance from the locals. No one can foresee that impoverished farmer Joe Mondragon (Chick Vennera), during a burst of frustrated rage, will accidentally open a heretofore hidden sluice, thereby providing free water for his bean field. At first, the locals are against Mondragon’s “insurrection,” reasoning that the new housing development will provide jobs. But with the help of Charlie Bloom (John Heard), a burned-out ’60s activist who now runs the community newspaper, Mondragon becomes the hero of the hour, the spiritual leader of an ever-growing “no development” movement. The evil land developers send their minions to intimidate or coerce Mondragon; each time, however, he is seemingly protected from harm by divine intervention. When Mondragon is forced to shoot a trespasser on his land, it looks as though his luck has run out. Chased into the hills by private detective Kyril Montana (Christopher Walken), Mondragon is once more rescued in the nick of time by what appears to be a miracle. And there are more wonders to behold before fade-out time! Whimsical, yes, but thanks to its hand-picked ensemble cast (including Sonia Braga, Rubén Blades, James Gammon, Daniel Stern, Freddy Fender, M. Emmet Walsh, and Melanie Griffith) the film remains totally credible throughout. Adapted by John Nichols and David Ward from Nichols’ own novel, The Milagro Beanfield War may be the most likeable “liberal-tract” film of the 1980s. Robert Redford’s appropriately Capraesque direction is matched by Dave Grusin’s vibrant Oscar-winning musical score., Farmers take on big business to fight for their livelihoods. A smallholder kicks out at a fence and accidentally diverts water into his own dry fields. His little act of rebellion sparks community action in his New Mexico village and attracts a hitman., Poor bean farmers clash with wealthy land-developers in a remote town in New Mexico., Robert Redford directed this tale set in New Mexico, about the conflict between a poor farmer and a rich land developer.
Q&A :
Q: Who are the main cast members in “The Milagro Beanfield War ” ?
A: The main cast includes Chick Vennera,Richard Bradford,Carlos Riquelme,Rubén Blades,Sônia Braga,Julie Carmen,James Gammon,Melanie Griffith,John Heard,Daniel Stern,Christopher Walken,Freddy Fender,Tony Genaro,Jerry Hardin,Ronald G. Joseph,Mario Arrambide,Robert Carricart,M. Emmet Walsh,Frederico Roberto,Pablo Trujillo,Alberto Morín,Natividad Vacío,Trinidad Silva,Mike Gomez,Olga Merediz,Rudy Fernandez,Fredrick Lopez,Jimmy Martinez,Basil Hoffman,Sam Vlahos,Tom Connor,Philip L. Mead,Thomas R. Ward,Joe Aubel,David S. Ward,Dede Allen,Kay Rose,Gary J. Hendler,Gary Liddiard,Nancy Foy,Robert Redford,Robbie Greenberg,Moctesuma Esparza,Charles Mulvehill,Tom Hoerber,Bernie Pollack,Frank R. Pierson,Gary Hendler,Jim Webb,Stanley Frazen,Charles B. Mulvehill,Jim Miller.
Q: When Did the “The Milagro Beanfield War” Released?
A: The Movie “The Milagro Beanfield War” originally aired on 1988-03-18 and released in the year of 1988.
Q: What Languages are available to watch “The Milagro Beanfield War” ?
A: Is also available in eng language.
Q: Where to watch “The Milagro Beanfield War” ?
A: “The Milagro Beanfield War” is Avaiable on Netflix. as its Netflix Originals.
