| Edition |
[Abridged version]. |
| Description |
1 videodisc (35 min.) : sd., b&w ; 4 3/4 in. |
| Note |
"Weird blending of fact and fiction. A reporter investigates a strange cult in the American Southwest. Contains actual documentary footage of Catholic zealots 'The Penitentes' captured on film by Roland Price, who was almost killed for his efforts. NOTE: This 35-minute version is the only print currently available of this rare find." |
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The trailer for the complete film is available from Something Weird Video. |
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Label on disc: Retroflix 1958D. |
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Videorecording of a film originally produced in 1936. |
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Also available as a VHS tape. |
| Summary |
An exploitation documentary about the rites of a cult, known as the Penitentes, from a rural area of New Mexico. |
| Cast |
Josef Swickard, Marie DeForest, William Marcos, Jose Rubio. |
| Subject |
Catholics -- New Mexico.
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Flagellation -- Religious aspects -- Christianity.
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Crucifixion -- New Mexico.
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Hermanos Penitentes.
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New Mexico -- Religion.
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Cults -- New Mexico.
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| Added Author |
Price, Roland.
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Retroflix (Firm)
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