Guns of the Magnificent Seven
Guns of the Magnificent Seven

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Guns of the Magnificent Seven

1969
Movie
105 min
English

When Quintero, a Mexican revolutionary leader, is left to rot in jail by the forces of President Diaz, it's up to his subordinate, Max, to bust him out. With $600 in hand, he crosses the border into America and hires Chris Adams, a mercenary of considerable skill, who uses the rest of the cash on more hired guns. After the team is rounded out by experts on close-combat fighting, explosives, and knife-throwing, they set off to free Quintero.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Paul WendkosGenres: Western, Action, Adventure, War

Plot Summary

A Mexican revolutionary, Chico, recruits a group of American gunslingers to help defend his village from a tyrannical landowner. The ragtag team, led by Chris Adams, must overcome their own differences and the superior firepower of the villain's forces. They face a moral dilemma when they realize the villagers are not as innocent as they first appeared. Ultimately, they must decide if the fight is worth the sacrifice.

Critical Reception

While a sequel to the popular 'The Magnificent Seven', this installment generally received a less enthusiastic reception from critics and audiences alike. It was often seen as a pale imitation of the original, lacking the same charm, memorable characters, and innovative storytelling. The film struggled to recapture the magic that made its predecessor a classic.

What Reviewers Say

  • Lacks the impact and charisma of the original film.

  • Fails to develop compelling characters or a fresh narrative.

  • A derivative and ultimately forgettable Western sequel.

Google audience: Audience reviews are generally unenthusiastic, with many viewers finding the film to be a disappointing follow-up to the iconic original. Common criticisms include a lack of memorable moments and a story that feels rehashed.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Almería, Spain, which was a popular filming location for Westerns during the 1960s, often referred to as 'Mini-Hollywood'.

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CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

When a rebel leader is captured and imprisoned in a Mexican fortress under the command of the ruthless “Col. Diego” (Michael Ansara), one of his supporters vows to get him out - alive! Now given that these are locals without two pesos to ru...

Filipe Manuel Neto

Filipe Manuel Ne...

**Yet another remake, or just mental laziness to make something new and fresh?** I recently saw the two films that, most notably, precede this film: “Seven Samurai” and “Magnificent Seven”. The same story, in its essence, set in differen...

John Chard

John Chard

The cowards die many deaths... the brave only one. Guns of the Magnificent Seven is directed by Paul Wendkos and written by Herman Hoffman. It stars George Kennedy, James Whitmore, Monte Markham, Reni Santoni & Joe Don Baker. Music is by...