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**_One of Eastwood's top Westerns_** In Mexico during Maximilian's brief reign (1864-67), a nun named Sara (Shirley MacLaine) is rescued from three rowdy rapists by a loner named Hogan (Clint Eastwood). The pair team-up and assist the Ju...
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Two Mules for Sister Sara
1970
Movie
114 min
English
When a wandering mercenary named Hogan rescues a nun called Sister Sara from the unwanted attentions of a band of rogues on the Mexican plains, he has no idea what he has let himself in for. Their chance encounter results in the blowing up of a train and a French garrison, as well as igniting a spark between them that survives a shocking discovery.
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IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes71%
Google Users84%
Director: Don Siegel•Genres: Western, Comedy, Adventure
Plot Summary
In 1880s Mexico, a mercenary named Hogan is hired by a group of rebels to escort a nun, Sister Sara, to safety. Hogan agrees, but soon discovers that Sister Sara is not as pious as she appears and has her own motivations for their perilous journey. As they face numerous dangers from both French soldiers and outlaws, a complex and humorous relationship develops between the two.
Critical Reception
Two Mules for Sister Sara was a box office success and received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its blend of action, humor, and the chemistry between its lead actors. It's considered a notable entry in the Spaghetti Western genre, particularly for its unconventional pairing of a tough gunslinger and a spirited nun.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its witty dialogue and strong performances, especially from Eastwood and MacLaine.
Appreciated for its action sequences and the unique dynamic between the lead characters.
Seen as a departure from traditional Westerns with its comedic elements and character development.
Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's humor, the charismatic performances of Clint Eastwood and Shirley MacLaine, and the exciting adventure elements. The unconventional pairing of a tough mercenary and a seemingly innocent nun was a frequent highlight.
Awards & Accolades
None notable.
Fun Fact
The role of Sister Sara was originally offered to Sophia Loren before Shirley MacLaine was cast.
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2 reviews
r96sk
This is terrific. <em>'Two Mules for Sister Sara'</em> is highly enjoyable. I have many positives. Clint Eastwood is tremendous in one of the two lead roles, I know he seemingly plays this sorta character a lot, at least early on in his ...