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Valdez Is Coming (1971)

"Honor is always worth fighting for"

6.219711h 31mEN
Western

Directed by Edwin Sherin

Rating

6.2/10

Runtime

1h 31m

Language

EN

Release

April 9, 1971

Director

Edwin Sherin

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Overview

Old Mexican-American sheriff Bob Valdez has always been a haven of sanity in a land of madmen when it came to defending law and order. But the weapon smuggler Frank Tanner is greedy and impulsive. When Tanner provokes a shooting that causes the death of an innocent man and Valdez asks him to financi...

Cast

Burt Lancaster

Burt Lancaster

Valdez

Susan Clark

Susan Clark

Gay Erin

Frank Silvera

Frank Silvera

Diego

Jon Cypher

Jon Cypher

Frank Tanner

Richard Jordan

Richard Jordan

R. L. Davis

Barton Heyman

Barton Heyman

El Segundo

Héctor Elizondo

Héctor Elizondo

Mexican Rider

Phil Brown

Phil Brown

Malson

Ralph Brown

Ralph Brown

Beaudry

Werner Hasselmann

Werner Hasselmann

Sheriff

Lex Monson

Lex Monson

Rincon

Sylvia Poggioli

Sylvia Poggioli

Segundo's Girl

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Valdez Is Coming (1971), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Old Mexican-American sheriff Bob Valdez has always been a haven of sanity in a land of madmen when it came to defending law and order. But the weapon smuggler Frank Tanner is greedy and impulsive. When Tanner provokes a shooting that causes the death of an innocent man and Valdez asks him to financially compensate the widow, Tanner refuses to do so and severely humiliates Valdez, who will do justice and avenge his honor, no matter what it takes.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Valdez Is Coming. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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