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Reappraisal of 1961 epic "El Cid" asks if it still holds up

Original: Classic Film Review: “El Cid” (1961 — Still a Stiff?

A new retrospective review of Anthony Mann's 1961 historical epic "El Cid", starring Charlton Heston and Sophia Loren, questions whether the celebrated sword-and-sandals classic still works for modern audiences. The piece weighs the film's sweeping battles and scope against its stiff performances and dated pacing, reigniting debate among classic film fans over whether the epic deserves its reputation.

Why now: Classic film critics and audiences continue debating whether older Hollywood epics hold up today.

El CidAnthony MannCharlton HestonSophia Loren

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