Pistoleros asesinos
Pistoleros asesinos

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Pistoleros asesinos

1986
Movie
85 min
Spanish

Returning to his grandmother's ranch, this northerner falls in love with the daughter of a great criminal. He will have to confront murderous gunmen trying to steal his land and the woman he adores.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Juan Luis GaliardoGenres: Action, Western

Plot Summary

In this Spanish Western, a mysterious stranger arrives in a desolate town controlled by a ruthless landowner. The stranger, seeking revenge for a past injustice, rallies the oppressed townsfolk to fight back against their tormentor. The film culminates in a classic showdown between the hero and the villain, deciding the fate of the town.

Critical Reception

Pistoleros asesinos received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often highlighting its classic Western tropes and the performances of its lead actors. While some found it derivative of earlier American Westerns, others appreciated its Spanish take on the genre and its straightforward narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for its straightforward Western plotting and action.

  • Praised for the performances of its seasoned cast, particularly Juan Luis Galiardo.

  • Noted for its Spanish production values within the Western genre.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely available through Google reviews, but general sentiment suggests it's a decent entry in the Spanish Western subgenre for fans of classic themes.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Spain and aimed to capture the spirit of classic American Westerns with a distinctly Spanish flair and cast.

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