God Forgives... I Don't!
God Forgives... I Don't!

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God Forgives... I Don't!

1967
Movie
113 min
Italian

In this violent spaghetti western a murderous robber hijacks a payroll train, murders everyone aboard and then stashes his loot. A gunslinger learns about it and decides he wants the money for himself and so hatches an elaborate plot to get at it. He lures the crook into a rigged poker game, and afterward a gunfight ensues. The quick-drawing gunman makes short work of the robber, then teams up with an insurance agent to look for the hidden fortune. Unbeknownst to them, the robber had an ace up his sleeve...

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IMDb7.0/10
Director: Giuseppe ColizziGenres: Western, Action, Adventure, Comedy

Plot Summary

A notorious outlaw, Cat Stevens, is released from prison and immediately sets out to find his partner, Hutch Bessy, who has stolen his share of a recent heist. Their reunion is complicated by the involvement of a ruthless bounty hunter and a wealthy landowner who are also after the stolen money. The two partners must outwit their pursuers and settle their score amidst the rugged landscapes of the Wild West.

Critical Reception

This Italian Spaghetti Western is primarily known for launching the iconic comedic duo of Terence Hill and Bud Spencer. While not as critically acclaimed as some other entries in the genre, it was a commercial success and is remembered fondly for its slapstick humor, charismatic leads, and energetic action sequences. It established a formula that would lead to many more successful collaborations between the two actors.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for the chemistry and comedic timing of its lead actors.

  • Recognized as a foundational film for the Hill and Spencer partnership.

  • Appreciated for its blend of Western action and slapstick humor.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely available for this specific title, but it is generally viewed as a fun, action-packed Western with a strong comedic element thanks to its stars.

Fun Fact

This film was originally titled 'Dio perdona... io no!' in Italy and is the first of the 'Trinity' series films, although the characters are not named Trinity and Bambino until the sequel, 'Ace High'.

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