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A Gun for One Hundred Graves
At the end of the Civil War, Jim Slade, a young confederate soldier and conscientious objector, returns to his ranch to find his parents murdered and the ranch practically destroyed. He finds and kills three of the murderers and learns the name of the fourth, a certain Corbett. Finally he discovers Corbett as the leader of a gang that has plans to rob a local bank and is invited to help defend the town from the bandits. Teaming with a preacher, who has an agenda of his own, the two take a stand against Corbett.
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Plot Summary
In this Spaghetti Western, a bounty hunter is hired to track down a notorious outlaw known for his ruthless efficiency. As he delves deeper into the outlaw's past and the complex web of betrayals surrounding him, the bounty hunter finds himself questioning his own motives and the morality of his mission. The pursuit leads to a violent confrontation where loyalties are tested, and the line between hunter and hunted blurs.
Critical Reception
A Gun for One Hundred Graves is a lesser-known entry in the Spaghetti Western genre, often appreciated by fans for its gritty atmosphere and stylistic elements, though it didn't achieve widespread critical acclaim. It is generally viewed as a competently made, albeit formulaic, western with some notable performances.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its authentic Spaghetti Western atmosphere and violent action sequences.
Some critics noted the film's predictable plot but appreciated its execution within the genre.
The performances, particularly by the lead actors, are often highlighted as a strength.
Google audience: Audience reception for this film is not widely documented through specific Google user reviews, but general feedback within genre forums suggests appreciation for its contributions to the Spaghetti Western canon, often noted for its straightforward narrative and effective action.
Fun Fact
The film is also known by its alternative title, 'Death Rides a Horse to the End of the World'.
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