Behold a Pale Horse

The film follows Manuel Artiguez, a legendary bandit who fled Spain to seek refuge in France during the civil war. After evading capture for two decades, he receives news of his ailing mother and contemplates a secret return to their small Spanish hometown to see her one last time. However, his long-time adversary, Spanish police officer Vinolas, anticipates his arrival and meticulously plans an ambush at the town's hospital as an opportunity to finally apprehend Artiguez. This riveting story explores themes of loyalty, vengeance, and the complexities of a life lived in hiding, ultimately culminating in a tense confrontation between two men bound by their shared history and rivalry.