What character did Olmos play in "The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez"?
Billy the Kid
Gregorio Cortez
Joaquin Murrieta
Zorro
Answer
Gregorio Cortez, played by Edward James Olmos in the film, was a legendary Tejano folk hero known for his bravery and resourcefulness. Set in 1901 in South Texas, the story revolves around Cortez's flight from pursuing Texas Rangers after he kills a lawman in self-defense. The ballad highlights themes of justice, the abuse of authority, and the strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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