Candidate Party
Candidate Party

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Candidate Party

1972
Movie
25 min
Icelandic

For want of a satisfactory political party, a group of young people parodically form their own candidate party. This film follows their campaign until election day.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Director: Edoardo MulargiaGenres: Western, Adventure

Plot Summary

A notorious bandit, known as 'The Cheyenne,' is released from prison with a plan for revenge against the corrupt sheriff who framed him. He gathers a gang of outlaws to carry out his retribution, leading to a violent showdown. The film explores themes of justice, betrayal, and the harsh realities of the Wild West.

Critical Reception

Candidate Party is a relatively obscure Spaghetti Western that received a mixed to negative reception upon its release and has remained largely overlooked by critics. While some may appreciate its gritty atmosphere and action sequences, it is generally considered a lesser entry in the genre, often criticized for its convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters.

What Reviewers Say

  • Features some classic Spaghetti Western tropes.

  • Lacks the stylistic flair and compelling narrative of more acclaimed films in the genre.

  • Performances are generally serviceable but not particularly memorable.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot in Spain, a common practice for Spaghetti Westerns to replicate the American West landscape while utilizing lower production costs.

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