A Long Ride from Hell
"They turned a man into a wild beast thirsting for revenge!"
Mike Sturges and his younger brother, Roy, are sentenced to Yuma Penitentiary on a trumped-up train robbery charge. Both endure cruel treatment before Mike escapes to extract revenge on their enemies.
Curator's Take
“Bodybuilder Steve Reeves (Hercules) in a western. It was a passion project for him. It’s surprisingly brutal and serious, proving he could do more than just wear sandals and lift rocks.”
Why This Movie Is Important
A curiosity piece featuring Steve Reeves, the Hercules of peplum films. Seeing him in a western shows the transition of the Italian film industry itself, moving from sword-and-sandal epics to colts and canyons.
Production Details
A Long Ride from Hell is a 1968 action and western film directed by Camillo Bazzoni. Originally released in Italy under the title "Vivo per la tua morte", the film was produced during the golden era of European westerns. The film features a score composed by Carlo Savina. Cinematography was handled by Enzo Barboni. The screenplay was written by Steve Reeves. The film stars Steve Reeves as Mike Sturges, Wayde Preston as Marlin Mayner, and Guido Lollobrigida as Sheriff. Running 1 hour and 35 minutes, it is a well-paced entry in the genre.
Did You Know?
Steve Reeves turned down the lead role in 'A Fistful of Dollars' to make this movie instead. It was a massive financial regret, as this film flopped while Eastwood became a legend.
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