Django the Bastard
Django the Bastard

Movie spotlight

Django the Bastard

1969
Movie
99 min
Italian

A Confederate soldier returns from the dead to take revenge on three officers who betrayed his unit in battle.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Director: Sergio GarroneGenres: Western

Plot Summary

A mysterious bounty hunter known only as Django arrives in a town ruled by a corrupt sheriff and his gang. Django seeks revenge for the murder of his family and the destruction of his ranch. As he systematically eliminates the villains, he uncovers a deeper conspiracy involving a powerful landowner.

Critical Reception

Django the Bastard is a lesser-known but effective Spaghetti Western, praised for its gritty atmosphere and brutal action sequences. While not as iconic as some of its contemporaries, it's recognized for its dark tone and George Eastman's imposing performance. Audience reception tends to be positive among fans of the genre who appreciate its straightforward revenge narrative and stylish violence.

What Reviewers Say

  • Packs a solid, violent punch typical of the Spaghetti Western genre.

  • George Eastman delivers a memorable performance as the stoic, vengeful protagonist.

  • Features a dark, atmospheric setting that enhances the gritty narrative.

Google audience: N/A

Fun Fact

Despite its title, this film is not part of the official "Django" film series started by Sergio Corbucci, but rather one of many unofficial sequels or films capitalizing on the original's popularity.

AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources

Community Critic Reviews

No critic reviews have been posted yet. Be the first to share your thoughts.

My Review

TMDB Reviews

1 reviews
John Chard

John Chard

It takes time to die! A mysterious stranger rides into town and sets about enacting vengeance on those guilty of war crimes... A Spaghetti Western/Supernatural hybrid, Django the Bastard oozes atmosphere in spite of its obvious bargai...

Video Reviews

No video reviews found for this title yet.