Cortez
Synopsis
After a canceled tour, flailing musician Jesse Lirette seeks out an old flame in a small town in northern New Mexico. But when an arrogant attempt at inserting himself into her family fails, he must confront the mistakes of his past on his own.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Slamdance Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Cheryl Nichols
- Screenplay & Story
- Arron Shiver, Cheryl Nichols
- Original Score
- Sean Watkins
- Original Title
- Cortez
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Cheryl Nichols
Arron Shiver, Cheryl Nichols
Sean Watkins
Kelly Moore
F. Rocky Jameson
Department Leadership Roster
Cheryl Nichols
Director
Arron Shiver
Writer
Cheryl Nichols
Writer
Kelly Moore
Director of Photography
F. Rocky Jameson
Editor
Sean Watkins
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cortez
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Cortez about?
After a canceled tour, flailing musician Jesse Lirette seeks out an old flame in a small town in northern New Mexico. But when an arrogant attempt at inserting himself into her family fails, he must confront the mistakes of his past on his own.
Who directed Cortez?
Cortez was directed by Cheryl Nichols.
Who stars in Cortez?
The principal cast of Cortez includes Arron Shiver, Cheryl Nichols, Drago Sumonja, Judith Ivey, Jackson Shiver.
When was Cortez released and how long is it?
Cortez was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 1h 39m.
Who composed the musical score for Cortez?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Cortez was composed by Sean Watkins.