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Old 03-13-2023, 06:15 PM   #14572
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The Scalphunters - 4/4

An unappreciated comedy masterpiece in dark Western sheep’s clothing. It’s actually very well balanced between drama, comedy and Western which should have been harder to do given the storyline but that’s good writing for you. I watched it because it looked like a slightly more intelligent, less questionable Western and it turned out to be an early version of 48 Hours, in fact there is a case to be made for it providing inspiration at least. There are a lot of great lines and the racial element mixes with the fairly overt social commentary to create a self-aware but still boisterous comedy that doesn’t pander. It’s an honest film, even in the practical effects and stunts it’s all good and clean.
Burt Lancaster opposite Ossie Davis as leads, Telly Savalas and Shelley Winters in support. The acting is natural but glossier, so it plays like a really well put together B movie long before Tarantino came around.

I enjoyed it so much I’ll watch it again soon.
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