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Adiós, Sabata (1970)

1970 • 1h 44m • Western • PG-13
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John Chard on Adiós, Sabata

7/10 · Jul 6, 2019

Gianfranco Parolini, also known as Frank Kramer, directed Adiós Sabata, which he co-wrote with Renato Izzo. The film features Yul Brynner, Dean Reed, Ignazio Spalla, Gerard Herter, Pedro Sanchez, Joseph Persaud, Salvatore Borgese, and Susan Scott. Bruno Nicolai composed the music, and Sandro Mancori was in charge of the Technicolor/Techniscope cinematography. This is the second installment of what would become known as The Sabata Trilogy, with Brynner taking over a role previously played by Van Cleef. The story unfolds in Mexico during Emperor Maximilian I’s reign, where Sabata is hired by guerrilla leader Señor Ocaño to steal gold from the Austrian army. However, Colonel Skimmel has already taken possession of the gold, leading Sabata and his questionable companions on a mission to retrieve it. Like many Spaghetti Western films, this one exhibits both strengths and weaknesses: the action sequences are wildly entertaining, inventive methods of destruction are employed, and the lead character possesses a cool demeanor and sharp wit. On the other hand, the narrative is quite silly and lacks substance – qualities that some Spaghetti Western enthusiasts appreciate and enjoy as long as the film doesn't disappoint their expectations. Compared to the first movie, this one has a more serious tone, aided by Brynner’s tough-guy persona. The humor present remains contained within the unusual historical setting, and even though acrobatic stunts during battle seem somewhat out of place alongside the themes of greed and power, it's easy to just relax and enjoy what's happening on screen. The film includes a toy ship that shoots deadly projectiles, Sabata’s impressive sawed-off rifle (with a chamber for his cigar), and a character who launches ball bearings with his feet! Sabata is also capable of playing the piano, as is his unreliable friend, Ballantine (Reed). The film showcases the characteristic vibrant camerawork and musical score common to Spaghetti Westerns, culminating in an intense battle and chase finale that has a playful quality. It’s likely not one that even dedicated fans of the genre would watch repeatedly, but while it's playing, it manages to hold your attention and provide entertainment. 6.5/10

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