A Man Called Sledge
When SLEDGE hits town it stays hit!
Directed by Vic Morrow, Giorgio Gentili
Produced by DDL Cinematografica
A spaghetti western heist-turned-betrayal tale where greed and distrust among thieves lead to violent reckoning.
James Garner is Luther Sledge, the leader of a pack of rebels who are planning to steal a stash of gold. But after the thieves actually manage to get away with the bounty, they soon discover that the enemy lies within their midst. As they begin to bicker over who should get the biggest cut, the stage is set for a deadly showdown. Claude Akins and John Marley co-star in this Italian Western directed by Vic Morrow.
Questions people ask
Is A Man Called Sledge violent? Yes. More violent than 85% of films.
Is A Man Called Sledge scary? Yes. More frightening than 82% of films.
Does A Man Called Sledge end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 70% of films.
Is A Man Called Sledge sad? Not especially. Less sad than 67% of films.
Is A Man Called Sledge easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.
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How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
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Like A Man Called Sledge
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as A Man Called Sledge
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like A Man Called Sledge, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like A Man Called Sledge, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like A Man Called Sledge, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
