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      Viva Max

      G 1969 1h 32m Comedy List
      Reviews 59% Audience Score 250+ Ratings Delusional Mexican Gen. Maximilian Rodrigues (Peter Ustinov) tells his troops they are on their way to an American march in honor of George Washington's birthday -- then leads them over the border and recaptures the Alamo. When he successfully takes over, National Guard Gen. Billy Joe Halston (Jonathan Winters) is sent in to convince the Mexicans to leave, but is outwitted. After the invaders take several hostages, the stage is set for a final fight for the fort. Read More Read Less

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      Steve D A goofy good time with a strong lead. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 03/24/23 Full Review Audience Member I saw this on original release in the theater at Fort Bliss, El Paso TX. Absolutely loved it! Still have the soundtrack to this day. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/28/23 Full Review Audience Member I am a Native Texan and I do find this film relatively funny. Given that I was born after the controversial filming of this minor comedy, you have to appreciate what Jerry Paris was able to achieve. Is it the funniest film ever? No but it will definitely put a smile on your face. Add to it a great soundtrack by the underrated Hugo Montenegro and a blistering guest appearance by Al Hirt on the "Viva Max March". Ustinov has never been dull in anything and John Astin is...well John Astin. Many apologies to those Texans who felt offended by the production but they should have seen the final product. A good way to spend 93 minutes on a rainy day. Plus Jonathan Winters is always worth watching. Love the password and counter-password. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 01/24/23 Full Review Audience Member wow umn just seen this movie 4 the 1st time n think this is a good movie 2 watch..its a good 1960's movie 2 watch..its a good movie its realy enjoyable..i think that the director of this comedy movie had done a good job of directing this movie its a good movie 2 watch..i think that jonathan winters, peter ustinov both play good parts throughout this movie its a good enjoyable comedy movie 2 watch...i think that this is a good 1960's movie 2 watch its really enjoyable thorughout this movie n its got a good cast of actors/actressess throughout this movie n u never know what 2 expect throughout this movie Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/27/23 Full Review Audience Member I just loved the catchy theme song. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 01/18/23 Full Review Audience Member This hidden comic movie about a modern day renegade Mexican army regiment retaking The Alamo is a relatively unknown gem. Once again Peter Ustinov gives his best, and if Disney didn't have their stamp all over it, it may have attracted more acclaim. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 02/06/23 Full Review Read all reviews Post a rating

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      Synopsis Delusional Mexican Gen. Maximilian Rodrigues (Peter Ustinov) tells his troops they are on their way to an American march in honor of George Washington's birthday -- then leads them over the border and recaptures the Alamo. When he successfully takes over, National Guard Gen. Billy Joe Halston (Jonathan Winters) is sent in to convince the Mexicans to leave, but is outwitted. After the invaders take several hostages, the stage is set for a final fight for the fort.
      Director
      Jerry Paris
      Rating
      G
      Genre
      Comedy
      Original Language
      English
      Runtime
      1h 32m