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Motoring in Mexico

Motoring in Mexico

Genres

Documentary

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This Traveltalk series short takes viewers along the Pacific International Highway, which starts in Mexico City (not seen) and proceeds west to Acapulco. We see the Spanish colonial architecture in Morelia, the famous Popocatépetl Volcano, and Acapulco's famous cliff divers and beaches.

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Budget

$--

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

10 mins

Rating

6/10

Release Date

23 May 1943

Country

United States of America

Cast

James A. FitzPatrick

James A. FitzPatrick

Narrator (voice)

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