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Duck, You Sucker (1971)

"Two daredevils battle for a fortune in gold, and it will take an army to stop them!"

7.719712h 37mIT
Western

Directed by Sergio Leone

Rating

7.7/10

Runtime

2h 37m

Language

IT

Release

October 29, 1971

Director

Sergio Leone

Official Trailer

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Overview

At the beginning of the 1913 Mexican Revolution, greedy bandit Juan Miranda and idealist John H. Mallory, an Irish Republican Army explosives expert on the lam from the British, fall in with a band of revolutionaries plotting to strike a national bank. When it turns out that the government has been ...

Top Cast

Rod SteigerJames CoburnRomolo ValliMaria MontiRik BattagliaFranco Graziosi

Cast

Rod Steiger

Rod Steiger

Juan Miranda

James Coburn

James Coburn

John H. Mallory

Romolo Valli

Romolo Valli

Dr. Villega

Maria Monti

Maria Monti

Woman on Stagecoach

Rik Battaglia

Rik Battaglia

Santerna

Franco Graziosi

Franco Graziosi

Governor Jaime

Antoine Saint-John

Antoine Saint-John

Col. Günther Reza

Vivienne Chandler

Vivienne Chandler

John's Girlfriend

David Warbeck

David Warbeck

Sean Nolan

Giulio Battiferri

Giulio Battiferri

Miguel

Poldo Bendandi

Poldo Bendandi

Revolutionary

Omar Bonaro

Omar Bonaro

Revolutionary

Introduction

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

At the beginning of the 1913 Mexican Revolution, greedy bandit Juan Miranda and idealist John H. Mallory, an Irish Republican Army explosives expert on the lam from the British, fall in with a band of revolutionaries plotting to strike a national bank. When it turns out that the government has been using the bank as a hiding place for illegally detained political prisoners -- who are freed by the blast -- Miranda becomes a revolutionary hero against his will.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

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

The ending explained below clarifies the character motivations and the symbolic meaning of the final scenes that might have left some viewers puzzled.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals. If you are looking for an <strong>OTT release</strong> or want to experience the <strong>full story</strong>, this is a must-watch.

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