# Zapata: The dream of a hero (2004)

Released 2004-03-20

Zapata: The dream of a hero is a 2004 film.

## Storyline
This fictionalized portrayal of Emiliano Zapata as an Indigenous Mexican shaman, directed by Alfonso Arau, was reportedly the most expensive Mexican movie ever produced, with a massive ad campaign, and the largest ever opening in the nation's history. Unusual in the Mexican film industry, Zapata was financed independently.

## Common questions

### When was Zapata: The dream of a hero released?
Zapata: The dream of a hero was released on 20 March 2004.

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