This fictionalized portrayal of Emiliano Zapata as an Indigenous Mexican shaman, directed by Alfonso Arau, was reportedly the most expensive Mexican movie ever produced, with a massive ad campaign, and the largest ever opening in the nation's history. Unusual in the Mexican film industry, Zapata was financed independently.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Alejandro FernándezEmiliano Zapata | Emiliano Zapata |
 Patricia VelásquezJosefa | Josefa |
 Jesús OchoaVictoriano Huerta | Victoriano Huerta |
 Jaime CamilEufemio Zapata | Eufemio Zapata |
 Fernando BecerrilPresidente Francisco Madero | Presidente Francisco Madero |
| MMiguel CouturierJosé Yves Limantour | José Yves Limantour |
 LuceroEsperanza | Esperanza |
 José Luis CruzNot listed | Not listed |