La Pastorela: The Shepherd's Tale 32 years old

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.

Credits

La Pastorela: The Shepherd's Tale Cast

Name Character
Cheech Marin He was 45, now 78 years old as El Cosmico
Linda Ronstadt She was 45, now 78 years old as San Miguel
Robert Beltran He was 38, now 71 years old as Luzbel
Paul Rodriguez He was 36, now 69 years old as Satanas

La Pastorela: The Shepherd's Tale Crew

Name Department
Luis Valdez as Director. He was 51 (now 84) years old Directing
La Pastorela: The Shepherd's Tale (32 years)

  • Release day: Monday, December 23, 1991
  • Runtime: 79 minutes