The Torch (1950): Cast & Plot
The Torch is a 1950 action drama directed by Emilio Fernández, starring Paulette Goddard as Mariá Dolores Peñafiel, Walter Reed and Julio Villarreal. It runs 1 hour 23 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 23m (83 min)
- Director
- Emilio Fernández
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Bert Granet Productions
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Torch About?
The premise of The Torch without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Ruthless and feared, a revolutionary general who takes what he desires by gun, flame and force becomes obsessed with the daughter of a prosperous villager. Though she initially despises him, his relentless pursuit gradually transforms her hatred into a complicated affection.
The Torch Themes & Keywords
· 30 tags- cannon
- band
- rebel
- sunset
- suitor
- retreat
- influenza
- firecracker
- desert
- remake by original director
- church bell
- wedding ceremony
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- violence
- soldier
- sickness
- revolution
- resistance
- rebellion
- prisoner
- priest
- padre
- mexico
- mexican bandit
- left at the altar
- death
- daughter
- cigarette smoking
- church
- catholic church
- bride
The Torch Cast & Characters
Paulette Goddard leads the cast as Mariá Dolores Peñafiel, with Walter Reed as Dr. Robert Stanley and Julio Villarreal as Don Carlos Peñafiel. Directed by Emilio Fernández; 13 actors are credited in all.
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Director Emilio Fernández
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Paulette Goddard as Mariá Dolores Peñafiel - Walter Reed as Dr. Robert Stanley
- Julio Villarreal as Don Carlos Peñafiel
- Pedro Armendáriz as José Juan Reyes
Also Starring in The Torch
· 9 more- Gilbert Roland Father Sierra
- Carlos Múzquiz Fidel Bernal
- Antonia Kaneem AAdelita
- Margarito Luna Captain Bocanegra
- José Torvay Captain Quiñones
- Pascual García Peña Don Apolonio Sánchez
- Jorge Treviño Rich man
- Eduardo Arozamena Don Joaquín
- Rosaura Revueltas Faustina
More from Emilio Fernández
More films directed by Emilio Fernández: La Choca, El impostor, Una cita de amor and La Tierra del Fuego se apaga.
The Torch Plot Summary
What happens in The Torch from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In the Mexican city of Cholula, the wedding of María Dolores Peñafiel, Paulette Goddard, to American doctor Dr. Robert Stanley, Walter Reed, is being prepared at the Peñafiel estate, the home of her father, the wealthy glassmaker Don Carlos Peñafiel, [Julio Villarreal]. The celebration takes a dark turn when the rebel leader José Juan Reyes, [Pedro Armendáriz], and his growing force seize Cholula, casting a shadow over the occasion. Wealthy families arrive to witness the event, while the visiting priest Father Sierra, [Gilbert Roland], reassures María Dolores that Reyes is an old school friend of his.
Full summary
The whole story of The Torch, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know The Torch?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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What is the profession of the American man who is to marry María Dolores?
The Torch Also Known As
7 alternative titles, including “Bandit General” and “Del odio nace el amor”.
- Also known as
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- Bandit General
- Del odio nace el amor
- Una mujer rebelde
- Rebellen der schwarzen Berge
- Viva il generale Josè!
- La torche
- La antorcha
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The Torch FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Torch, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Torch?
The Torch runs 1 hour 23 minutes (83 minutes).
When was The Torch released?
The Torch was released on June 2, 1950.
Who directed The Torch?
The Torch was directed by Emilio Fernández.
More films by Emilio Fernández Who is in the cast of The Torch?
The Torch stars Paulette Goddard as Mariá Dolores Peñafiel, Walter Reed as Dr. Robert Stanley and Julio Villarreal as Don Carlos Peñafiel, among 13 credited actors.
Does The Torch have a post-credit scene?
No. The Torch has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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