Juarez (1939)

Historical Drama - Mexico - Emperor Maximillian establishes a pseudo government in Mexico with the help of Napoleon of France. And Mexican leader Benito Juarez (a popular champion of the people's rights) is displaced by force. Problems begin as the people rally behind former leader Benito Juarez. Finally, Napoleon (under U.S. pressure) withdraws his army from Mexico leaving Emperor Maximillian behind with virtually no army! Very well acted by Paul Muni as Juarez and Brian Aherne as Maximillian. Bette Davis plays Maximillian's wife who goes insane. Lovely black and white oldie but goodie. 2 hrs. 12 min.