Cry, Onion!
"The laughs will bring tears to your eyes."
Onion Jack has bought a piece of land on which to settle, but the property is still in possession of the orphans of the original owner and is coveted by the local oil baron.
Curator's Take
“A spoof that leans heavily into slapstick. Franco Nero sends up his own tough-guy image in a movie that involves, you guessed it, onions. It’s silly, lighthearted, and strictly for those who want a break from the grimness.”
Why This Movie Is Important
A meta-comedy where Franco Nero parodies his own tough-guy image. It demonstrates the genre's capacity for self-reflection and humor. The obsession with onions serves as a surreal, absurdist touch that highlights just how far the genre had traveled from traditional storytelling.
Production Details
Cry, Onion! is a 1975 western and comedy film directed by Enzo G. Castellari. Originally released in Italy under the title "Cipolla Colt", the film was produced during the golden era of European westerns. The film features a score composed by Guido De Angelis. Cinematography was handled by Alejandro Ulloa. The screenplay was written by Luciano Vincenzoni. The film stars Franco Nero as Onion Stark, Sterling Hayden as Henry 'Jack' Pullitzer, and Martin Balsam as Petrus Lamb. Running 1 hour and 32 minutes, it is a well-paced entry in the genre.
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The movie features a cameo by Italian pop star Enzo Jannacci. His song for the film became a minor radio hit, despite the movie itself being a critical flop.
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