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Two Gangsters in the Wild West
In the late 1800's, Sicilians Franco and Ciccio are serving 20 years of prison for stealing two mules, when they are helped to escape by an American who says he is a friend of their grandfathers, who were killed in Texas by a gang of bandits who wanted to take over their gold mine. The two friends travel to America to take posses of the gold mine, but they soon discover that they are not the only ones who want it.
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Plot Summary
In this comedic Western, two bumbling gangsters from modern times find themselves inexplicably transported to the Wild West. They must navigate the dangers and unique customs of the frontier while trying to survive and figure out how to return to their own era. Their attempts to apply their criminal expertise to the old West often lead to hilarious and chaotic situations.
Critical Reception
This Italian Western-comedy is generally considered a lighthearted and amusing diversion, often praised for its comedic performances and unique premise. While not a critical darling, it found an audience for its blend of humor and Western tropes, offering a fun, if somewhat silly, cinematic experience.
What Reviewers Say
Amusing performances from the lead actors inject humor into the familiar Western setting.
The anachronistic premise provides a unique comedic twist, though sometimes strained.
A fun, if not particularly deep, comedic Western that doesn't take itself too seriously.
Google audience: Audiences seem to enjoy the film for its lighthearted comedy and the novelty of its time-traveling gangster premise within a Western landscape.
Fun Fact
The film is an example of the Spaghetti Western genre, which gained significant popularity in Italy during the 1960s, though this particular entry leans more towards comedy than traditional Spaghetti Westerns.
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