Sartana Does Not Forgive
Sartana Does Not Forgive

Sartana Does Not Forgive

1968Movie92 minSpanish

Jorge Martin is relentlessly stalking a gang of outlaws led by the ruthless Slim who raped and murdered his bride.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Ignazio FerranteGenres: Western

Plot Summary

Sartana, a mysterious gunslinger with a penchant for elaborate traps and a code of honor, arrives in a small town plagued by a ruthless land baron. The baron, with his gang, is terrorizing the local population, driving them off their land to seize it for himself. Sartana, initially uninterested in local affairs, finds himself drawn into the conflict when his own path is obstructed and he witnesses the baron's brutal injustice.

Critical Reception

Sartana Does Not Forgive is a Spaghetti Western that received a mixed-to-positive reception, particularly among genre enthusiasts. While some critics found its plot somewhat convoluted and its pacing uneven, many praised its stylistic flair, action sequences, and the enigmatic portrayal of the titular character. It is considered a representative example of the subgenre's characteristics.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its stylish direction and classic Spaghetti Western tropes.
  • The character of Sartana is a compelling, if somewhat cliché, anti-hero.
  • Some found the plot predictable, but the action sequences were generally well-executed.

Google audience: Audience reviews are sparse, but where available, viewers often appreciate the film's adherence to Spaghetti Western conventions, including its gritty atmosphere and a satisfying, if familiar, hero-villain dynamic.

Fun Fact

The film is part of a series of Spaghetti Westerns featuring the character "Sartana," though "Sartana Does Not Forgive" was one of the earlier and less widely distributed entries compared to some later films in the franchise.

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