Requiem for a Gringo
Requiem for a Gringo

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Requiem for a Gringo

1968
Movie
98 min
Spanish

Returning home, Ross Logan immediately gets into conflict with the Carranza gang, which had just crossed the Mexican border and has occupied a nearby Hacienda. After his brother is killed he plans a cold blooded revenge for which he separates the gang's most dangerous members by using their individual weak points and the general discordance amongst them. The time for the final confrontation is set by the astronomically interested Logan amidst an eclipse.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Ferdinando BaldiGenres: Western

Plot Summary

A former Confederate officer, now a bounty hunter, is tasked with tracking down a notorious outlaw in Mexico. As he gets closer to his target, he uncovers a deeper conspiracy involving betrayal and greed. The bounty hunter must navigate treacherous landscapes and dangerous alliances to achieve his mission.

Critical Reception

Requiem for a Gringo, also known as 'The Ruthless Four', received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its gritty portrayal of the Wild West and its Spaghetti Western style. Klaus Kinski's performance was often highlighted as a standout element, adding a chilling intensity to the film. However, some found the plot to be somewhat predictable, a common critique for films of its genre at the time.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric Spaghetti Western elements and Kinski's villainous performance.

  • Noted for its stylish direction and violent action sequences.

  • Some found the narrative to be derivative of other Westerns.

Google audience: Audience reception information for Requiem for a Gringo is not readily available through Google reviews.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Spain, utilizing the iconic Almería desert landscapes often used for Spaghetti Western productions.

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John Chard

John Chard

Réquiem para el gringo Once sheared of twenty minutes, "Requiem for a Gringo" is now available to be seen in a full uncut version. Not that it's outrageously violent or sexually repugnant, it would appear some stiff backed suits back in ...