Cry Macho is a 1975 American novel by N. Richard Nash published in the United States by the Delacorte Press. The story was originally written as a screenplay under the title Macho, but was later adapted into a novel after Nash failed to sell the screenplay. The book follows Mike Milo, a Texas rodeo star tasked with kidnapping an eleven-year-old boy in Mexico named Rafo. The story centers around the themes of loss, love, and redemption, all surrounding Mike's journey alongside Rafo. Following its publication, Cry Macho was met with mixed to positive reviews from novel critics. Since its release, multiple filmmakers have attempted to adapt the novel into a feature film. Clint Eastwood produced, directed, and starred in an adaptation of the novel that was released by Warner Bros. Pictures on September 17, 2021. The film received mixed reviews.
| Author | N. Richard Nash |
| Original title | Macho |
| Set in | Mexico City (1978) |
| Publisher | Delacorte Press |
About Cry Macho
Neo-western drama following a washed-up rodeo star and horse breeder who takes a job to rescue a boy from his alcoholic mother. The film was directed by star Clint Eastwood and is based on N. Richard Nash's novel of the same name.
Achievement of Cry Macho
Filming took place in Albuquerque, New Mexico from November to December of 2020.
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Latest information about Cry Macho updated on September 22 2021.
