Character History
An elusive brave, a fighter for the rights of the poor and the ignorant fencer - this is not all the regalia of Zorro. The valiant robber, whose sword is aimed only at corrupt authorities, became the personification of the True Caballer. Girl in trouble? Do not despair. Passionate Spaniard under the cover of the night liberates beauty and punish the villains.History of creation
For the first time, the hero in the mask appeared before the public in 1919. The writer Johnston McCally dedicated the hero of the Romani cycle, in which the fate of the Spanish fighter for justice described in detail. The publishers of the All-Story Weekly magazine rated the image of the avenger and allocated five rooms for Zorro.
After the first success of McCally, the reporter of the criminal chronicle, left a job and dedicated himself to creating a full-fledged book telling about the hero in black. The cover of the novel "Curse Caparkano" adorns the inscription:
"When romance and sword owned the old California."The book marked the beginning of a series of diverse comics, stories, novel, television and filmcenery.
For many years, disputes are not silent, who became the prototype of the famous hero. The theories are put forward that the character will recreate the image of Robin Hood, who, like Zorro, is struggling with injustice and defends the honor of poor people. A variant is possible that the prototype of Avenger is William Lamport - an Irish adventurer who gave himself for the extramarital son of King Philipp III.
The researchers insist that the legend of Zorro originates from the Victorian novel "Scarlet Primorvet". The main character in the afternoon is pretending to be a ramped nobleman, and at night Sir Persi Blaikni puts on a mask and reflects the heirs of the French throne from the misfortune.
The most incredible prototype of Zorro is the Jack springs-on-heights. English folklore character masterfully owns a sword and prefers to dress in black. "Father" Zorro abstained by comment, so the avenger fans no longer recognize the right answer.
Biography
Don Diego de la Vega was born in the family of the wealthy Spanish aristocrat Alejandro de la Vega. The father of the future hero was held by Alcalda (urban chapter) Los Angeles for a long time. The mother of the young man died, so Diego went to Madrid to get an education and learn how to manaram.
In the eyes of the surrounding young nobleman - a near and phlegmatic person. Diego more concerns appearance than internal content. The young man does not care about the native country and is not interested in the fate of the poor:
"I don't have a person's reputation, which, like a madman, jumps on a horse with a risk to break the neck, fights because of a trifling with the first counter, playing the guitar under the window of any beautiful girl."The young man returns to California, where Alejandro de la Vega was dismissed from an honorary position. Simultaneously with the arrival of Diego in the vicinity, a robber named Zorro appears. No one, besides the faithful servant, do not realize that Diego de la Vega turns at night in a dangerous brave.
"At that moment, when I put on a hat and a mask, the woven Don Diego died in me. My body was poured by force, the new blood flowed on my veins, my voice became loud and strong, the fire was filmed into me. "The robber suit consists of inconspicuous clothes. Hero's face hide a widescreen hat and mask, shoulders are covered with a cloak. The favorite weapon of Zorro - Rapier, with which the hero leaves the label on the platforms. The letter "Z", carved on the wall, tree or the face of the enemy, causes malice and irritation at the local police.
Spade Zorro is not the only weapon of the hero. The brave is perfectly owning the whip. In dangerous seals, a man accompanies a loyal horse with the sonorous name of the tornado. The hero is on the protection of offended and oppressed.
Like any brave Caballero, Zorro follows the Code of honor: Mobility entrusted with the ladies, does not hesitate with wounded enemies, respects representatives of religion. The brave shows respect to the eldest and does not use the shoal words. The only permissible ignorant is a veiled knife that annoys, but does not insult the enemy.
During the dual life of Diego de la Vega, love will gain love, relieve the country from many enemies and make a lot of decent exploits. Evdian, Zorro will send all the energy to the guidance of order in California. And having met the Beauty, who again captivates his heart, will leave on peace.
Plot story about Zorro
Winged Diego de la Vega returns home. The father of the aristocrat makes the Son to marry. The choice falls on Lolita Pulido - the daughter of the famous nobleman. The head of the family is delighted with the idea to enclineal with the family de la Vega. Lolita attracted a young man, but Diego is too indecisive and lazy to win the heart of the girl.
Simultaneously with Diego behind the beauty begins to take care of Zorro. The face of a man is hidden under the mask, but the fiery heart and decisive actions conquer lolita. During passionate explanation of lovers in the house, soldiers are breeding, who are already trying to catch the robber.
Captain Juan Ramon, heading the squad, loses his head from beauty. Now we claim the groom Lolita. But the heart of the girl belongs only to Zorro. Diego calmly accepts Spanish refusal, and a cunning soldier without achieving reciprocity writes the Donos to the governor.
Zorro is trying to save his beloved, but does not have time to destroy the note. In addition, there is a chase behind the brave. Having found a face to face with a squad of soldiers, the robber calls them on his side.
Family Pulido is in prison. Diego de la Vega is inactive. Under the cover of Night Zorro frees favorite from captivity. In the final fight, the Spanish plump kills the enemy, saves the bride from violence and opens with all the world truth:
"In the light of the day, he is dominated by Don Diego, but as soon as the southern night is lowered, Zorro is transformed into a wrestler with evil and according to the merit, he rejudices for all surrounding villains, regardless of ranks and title."Shielding
A lot of books are devoted to passionate character, but he was famous for the hero thanks to the cinema. The first adventure of the adventure of the Spaniard was the film "Sign Zorro", starring a silent movie Douglas Fairbanks. The picture came out a year after the "birth" of the character.
In 1957, Walt Disney, inspired by the feats of the robber, took over the production of the series "Zorro". The multi-sieuled film enjoyed unprecedented success. Real Caballeo played actor Guy Williams. During the shooting period, the leadership of the leader was often consulted with "Father" Zorro Johnston McCally
The number of kinocartin glorifying the feats of the brave Spaniard reached twenty. Among such a quantity, the Italian film "Zorro" is highlighted, in which a black mask tried out the favorite of Soviet women Alain Delon. The events of the painting are far from the original source. One thing remains the same - Zorro will punish those who break the law.
In 1998, Hollywood became interested in the KRAVROP DE La Vega. A film called "Mask Zorro" shows the viewer not one, but two robbers hiding under the glorious name. The producers "Sony Pictures Entertainment" decided to show that brave zorro is not just a person, but a calling that will not die. Diego de la Vega (Anthony Hopkins) will give way to a new fighter with the injustice of Alejandro Muriette (Antonio Banderas).
The success of the picture surpassed expectations, and in 2005 the screens came to the screens the tape called "Legend Zorro". The role of the main character again got Antonio Banderas. The beloved of the passionate Spaniard in both parts of the picture was played by Catherine Jones (the actress is more famous under the name of Catherine Zeta-Jones).
In addition to movies and serials, the image of the macho and the defender of the poor often exploit writers, the authors of the musicals and the creators of comics.
Interesting Facts
- Spaniard is a recognized prototype of Batman. Both heroes hide the name for the nickname, have a corporate sign and struggle with bandits.
- Bruce Wayne's parents kill next to the cinema, where the film "Zorro" goes.
- The name of the hero is translated from Spanish as "Fox" or "Hits".
- Character is stormy associated with Spain, but the hero lives in California.
- The creator of Zorro wrote 61 Roman about Forers for justice.