- Genre
- History
- Year
- 2004
- Runtime
- 2h17
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The Alamo
Courage and sacrifice in the heart of battle.
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Synopsis
The Alamo, a historical drama film released in 2004, tells the story of the famous Battle of the Alamo during the Texas Revolution. Led by Lieutenant Colonel William Travis (played by Patrick Wilson), a small band of Texan rebels including Davy Crockett (portrayed by Billy Bob Thornton) and Jim Bowie (played by Jason Patric) defend the Alamo mission against the powerful Mexican army led by General Santa Anna (played by Emilio Echevarría). As tensions rise and the odds seem insurmountable, the Texan defenders prepare to make a heroic last stand in this epic battle for independence.
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Reviews
The Alamo received mixed reviews from critics upon its release. Some praised the film for its historical accuracy and the compelling portrayal of the brave Texan defenders. However, others criticized the movie for its slow pacing and lack of character development. Rotten Tomatoes gave The Alamo a rating of 5.4/10, with critics mentioning the strong performances but noting the film's shortcomings in storytelling. IMDb rated it 6.0/10, indicating a moderate reception from audiences. Metacritic scored the movie at 47/100, suggesting a lukewarm critical response overall.
