In this episode of Fusco Fest, hosts Father Malone and HP celebrate the return of their series by diving into the adventure film 'Hidalgo' (2004) directed by Joe Johnston and written by John Fusco. They discuss the brilliance of the cast including Vigo Mortenson, Omar Sharif, and a host of character actors like JK Simmons and C. Thomas Howell. They touch upon plot elements such as Frank Hopkins' participation in a grueling desert horse race and the character's quest for redemption. Themes of historical accuracy, the portrayal of ethnic characters, and the depiction of Mustangs and their significance are also explored.

00:00 Welcome Back to Fusco Fest! 
05:57 Hidalgo 
30:09 The Role of Horses 
39:08 A Hallucination and a Revelation 
42:24 The Final Showdown with Kati 
53:45 Viggo Mortensen's Stellar Performance
59:14 The Wild Mustangs of America