Released:
1991-12-23

Overview:
Originally produced for PBS's Great Performances Series, La Pastorela is a musical retelling of the shepherds' journey to Bethlehem to see the Christ Child. We see the tale through the eyes of a modern young girl, the oldest child in a large rural Tex-Mex family. During a surrealistic dream, which brings to mind "The Wizard of Oz," the young chicana makes a fantastical journey with the shepherds and along the way; witnesses the triumph of God's Angels over Satan's diablo's. Full of drama, comedy, fantasy and wonderful music; this is a rare film the whole family can enjoy together.

Director:
Luis Valdez

Runtime:
1h 19min

Genre:
Music, Drama, Comedy

• Cast:
• 
  Linda Ronstadt
  as
  San Miguel
• 
  Paul Rodríguez
  as
  Satanas
• 
  Robert Beltran
  as
  Luzbel
• 
  Karla Montana
  as
  Gila
• 
  Anahuac Valdez
  as
  Bato