The Great Silence
Director: Sergio Corbucci
Actors: Jean-Louis Trintignant, Klaus Kinski, Frank Wolff
PlotIn a snow-covered Utah during the late 19th century, a mute gunslinger known as Silence arrives in a small town. He seeks vengeance against the ruthless bounty hunters who prey on outlaws and innocents alike. Among these ruthless pursuers is the merciless and psychopathic Loco, who kills without remorse and thrives in the lawless environment. The widow Pauline seeks Silence's help to avenge her husband's murder, adding personal stakes to his mission. As Silence engages in a tense cat-and-mouse game with Loco and his gang, the town is gripped by fear and oppression, with the powerless sheriff trying to navigate between law and survival.
As tensions rise and violence looms, Silence's unrelenting quest for justice brings him closer to a climactic showdown with Loco. His unconventional combat style, relying on quick reflexes and strategic thinking due to his inability to speak, sets the stage for high-stakes confrontations. Vividly portraying themes of revenge, justice, and survival amid a harsh winter landscape, the story builds atmosphere through its unique blend of moral ambiguity and relentless brutality. The narrative explores the fragile line between heroism and vengeance, leading to an intense culmination that highlights the extreme measures taken by those fighting against tyranny and injustice.
Writers: Sergio Corbucci, Vittoriano Petrilli, Mario Amendola
Release Date: 27 Jan 1969
Runtime: 105 min
Rating: Not Rated
Country: Italy, France
Language: Italian
Home Video Reviews
A must-have Blu-ray: Corbucci’s The Great Silence shines with a good 2K remaster, vastly upgrading from the old DVD, and includes a compelling documentary.
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