Vengeance!
Vengeance!

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Vengeance!

1970
Movie
102 min
Mandarin

A violent martial artist is bent on avenging his older brother, who was killed by a cabal of four wicked businessmen and a cheating wife.

Insights

IMDb6.4/10
Director: Tonino ValeriiGenres: Western, Action, Drama

Plot Summary

A lone gunman, driven by a thirst for revenge, arrives in a lawless town controlled by a corrupt sheriff. He seeks retribution for the murder of his father and the theft of his inheritance. As he navigates the treacherous landscape of violence and deceit, he uncovers a deeper conspiracy that extends beyond his personal vendetta.

Critical Reception

Vengeance! is a relatively obscure but well-crafted Spaghetti Western that offers a brutal and atmospheric take on the revenge genre. While not as widely recognized as some of its contemporaries, it is appreciated by genre enthusiasts for its gritty realism and intense action sequences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric direction and gritty portrayal of the Old West.

  • Applauded for its tense action sequences and classic revenge plot.

  • Noted as a solid, if somewhat less-known, entry in the Spaghetti Western canon.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the film's limited release and recognition, but those available often highlight its effective Western atmosphere and straightforward, violent narrative.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Almería, Spain, a popular filming location for Spaghetti Westerns due to its desert landscapes resembling the American Southwest.

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