Guns for San Sebastian

1968 "The epic of a town that became an army"
6.6| 1h51m| NR| en| More Info
Released: 20 March 1968 Released
Producted By: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Country: Mexico
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Leon Alastray is an outlaw who has been given sanctuary by Father John, whom he then escorts to the village of San Sebastian. The village is deserted, with its cowardly residents hiding in the hills from Indians, who regularly attack the village and steal all their supplies. When Father John is murdered, the villagers mistakenly think the outlaw is the priest. Alastray at first tells them he is not a priest, but they don't believe it, and an apparent miracle seems to prove they are correct. Eventually, he assists them in regaining their confidence and defending themselves.

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Kidskycom It's funny watching the elements come together in this complicated scam. On one hand, the set-up isn't quite as complex as it seems, but there's an easy sense of fun in every exchange.
Tayyab Torres Strong acting helps the film overcome an uncertain premise and create characters that hold our attention absolutely.
Mathilde the Guild Although I seem to have had higher expectations than I thought, the movie is super entertaining.
Cristal The movie really just wants to entertain people.
bareliberty A man guided by God's hand without knowing it, Leon Alastray fulfils his destiny following a chain of violent events out of his control. Definitely Leon Alastray is God's Messenger. Father Joseph, the priest who saves his life from the King's soldiers, makes a quick remark about God's sharp sight about Leon. His comment really summarises the spirit of the movie. 10/10 I don't know why this Film has not received a reward from the Academy. It should have. The sound track is one of the best I have ever listened to. The casting is extraordinary. This film has left a lasting impression in my memory, I watched its premiere when I was 10 years old, and I still watching the film full of emotion.
chuck-reilly In "Guns for San Sebastian," Anthony Quinn plays a wanted Mexican bandit who escapes execution through the inadvertent help of a humble and good-natured priest (played by veteran actor Sam Jaffe). The good father's new assignment is San Sebastian and, to escape the authorities, Quinn goes along for the ride. Overrun by the local Indians, the town is empty upon their arrival. After the priest is murdered in cold blood by some despicable Mexican bandits, Quinn avenges his death and then is mistaken for the old padre when the townsfolk return from the hills. Why they should believe that Quinn is their new priest is known only by God and the scriptwriter. Of course, Quinn plays along with the charade and soon falls for the local good-looking chica (Anjanette Comer). Unfortunately for Quinn, the girl and the town, the Indians (led by Charles Bronson) are up to no good and making their usual forays and unrelenting demands. Quinn decides that what the town really needs to do is defend itself. All that's required is a few crate loads of guns and ammunition and some much-needed guts. It doesn't take old Charlie too long to figure out that Quinn is going to be a big headache for him. After that conflict is established, the film moves along a brisk pace and an even faster body-count.Director Henri Verneuil knew something about being besieged on all sides. As a young boy, he and his family had to flee Armenia to escape annihilation from the Turks. He eventually settled in France. I don't believe that this film makes any type of personal statement, but it is possible that Verneuil's own history may be an undercurrent theme. As for the film itself, it's an above-average Spaghetti Western directed by a Frenchman with American actors in the cast. You might call it a very mixed bag in more ways than one. Quinn, as usual, gives a fine performance as does his chief antagonist, Charles Bronson. Bronson's character is a bit conflicted which adds some much-needed ambiguity to his role. He's not all bad all the time and has worthy motives for his mischief. The rest of the cast includes beautiful Anjanette Comer who provides the love interest and holds her own throughout.
satish_ir The film has a good theme and set in quite genuine historical settings. It brings out the conflict between the indians and the settlers, the poor settlers and the ruling elite. It packs in quite some punch on the action category.
maisannes A spaghetti western surprise with Anthony Quinn as a "priest" and Charles Bronson as a Mestizo malcontent.The movie has a theme, a developed plot, some actors with charisma and an Ennio Morricone score. That's more than most movies give you, regardless of genre.I was pleased to find that Spaghettiville isn't a one-horse (Eastwood/Leone) town.8 out of 10.