They Call Him Marcado
They Call Him Marcado

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They Call Him Marcado

1971
Movie
85 min
Spanish

The Kid is a vicious psychopath given to laughing a lot, an actor manqué who leads a gang of looters and rapists, and is incestuous with his father to boot. The town’s resident Mater Dolorosa, madam of the brothel, hires her lover Marcado to kill the Kid, who is of course her son.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Fabio De NicoloGenres: Action, Western

Plot Summary

A lone gunman, known only as Marcado, arrives in a small town plagued by a corrupt sheriff and his gang. He seeks revenge for a past betrayal that cost him his family. As he begins to systematically dismantle the sheriff's operation, he uncovers a deeper conspiracy that goes beyond simple greed. Marcado must confront not only the outlaws but also his own demons to bring justice to the desolate land.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed reception, with critics often noting its standard Spaghetti Western tropes and occasionally uninspired pacing, though some praised its action sequences and lead performance. Audiences familiar with the genre generally found it to be a serviceable entry, if not a groundbreaking one.

What Reviewers Say

  • Competent but unoriginal Spaghetti Western.

  • Features decent action but lacks narrative depth.

  • Richard Harrison delivers a solid performance as the stoic hero.

Google audience: Audience reviews for this film are scarce, but general sentiment indicates it's a typical, albeit somewhat forgettable, Western from its era. It's often viewed as a standard revenge tale with predictable plot points.

Fun Fact

The film is known for its relatively low budget, which is reflected in its straightforward production values and reliance on classic Western film archetypes.

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