Guns of the Magnificent Seven
The Magnificent Seven are back ...and they don't aim to please.
Directed by Paul Wendkos
Produced by The Mirisch Company, United Artists
A straightforward action-western about a team of mercenaries on a high-stakes rescue mission in revolutionary Mexico, driven by plot momentum and gunplay rather than introspection.
When Mexican revolutionary leader Quintero is left to rot in jail by the forces of President Diaz, it's up to his subordinate, Max, to bust him out. With $600 in hand, he crosses the border into America and hires Chris Adams, a mercenary of considerable skill, who uses the rest of the cash on more hired guns. After the team is rounded out by experts on close-combat fighting, explosives, and knife-throwing, they set off to free Quintero.
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Like Guns of the Magnificent Seven
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Guns of the Magnificent Seven
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Guns of the Magnificent Seven, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Guns of the Magnificent Seven, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Guns of the Magnificent Seven, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
