Enjoy the Show! _______________________ I Believe all media should be enjoyed ______________________ So here is a classic! _______________________ Title: Death Rides a Horse Original Title: Da uomo a uomo Release Year: 1967 Runtime: 114 minutes Country: Italy Language: English-dubbed (original in Italian) Format: Color, Mono Sound Genre: Western / Spaghetti Western / Action / Revenge Thriller Directed by: Giulio Petroni Written by: Luciano Vincenzoni Starring: Lee Van Cleef, John Phillip Law, Mario Brega, Luigi Pistilli, Anthony Dawson (aka Antonio Margheriti) --- Synopsis: Fifteen years after witnessing the brutal murder of his family and being left for dead, young Bill (John Phillip Law) embarks on a relentless quest for revenge against the four outlaws who destroyed his life. Along the way, he encounters Ryan (Lee Van Cleef), a grizzled ex-convict freshly released from prison who harbors his own vendetta—against the very same men. As their paths intertwine, an uneasy alliance forms between the vengeful youth and the seasoned gunfighter, culminating in a climactic confrontation where trust, blood, and bullets collide. --- Key Themes: Revenge and justice Mentor-student dynamics Moral ambiguity of vengeance The blurred line between justice and personal vendetta The legacy of violence --- Notable Elements: Features one of Lee Van Cleef’s most iconic post-Dollars Trilogy roles, cementing his status as a Spaghetti Western legend. John Phillip Law’s performance adds a cold, methodical intensity that contrasts well with Van Cleef’s world-weariness. Memorable musical score by Ennio Morricone, blending melancholic themes with tense action cues—considered one of his most underrated works. The film’s title is metaphorical—death doesn’t “ride” a horse literally, but follows close behind both protagonists. Stylish direction by Giulio Petroni, featuring wide-angle desert shots, dramatic close-ups, and gritty saloon interiors. The recurring flashbacks in blood-red lighting serve as a visual motif for trauma and vengeance. --- Trivia: Luciano Vincenzoni, the screenwriter, also worked on For a Few Dollars More and The Good, the Bad and the Ugly. Although often mistaken for a Sergio Leone film, this was directed by Petroni—but Leone’s influence is clearly visible. The film is widely considered one of the best non-Leone Spaghetti Westerns. Quentin Tarantino has cited Death Rides a Horse as a major influence on Kill Bill, especially in its revenge structure and musical cues. The Ennio Morricone theme from this film was later reused (with credit) in Kill Bill: Volume 1. --- Availability: The film has entered the public domain in some regions, leading to a variety of video quality in releases. A restored version exists from MGM with improved color grading and sound. _______________________ Thank you for watching — feel free to like, comment, and subscribe for more classic movies and other content that might be of interest. _______________________ #PublicDomain #PublicDomainMovies #ClassicMovies #FreeMovies #VintageMovies #RetroCinema #OldMovies #FullMovie #MovieNight #FreeToWatch #ClassicCinema #MovieLovers #CinemaHistory #FilmHistory #TimelessMovies #MustWatch #OldSchoolCinema #CultClassic #HiddenGems #NowPlaying #GoldenAgeOfCinema #MoviesOnline #WatchFree #ClassicHollywood #RetroMovies #PublicDomainFilm #FreeFilm #ClassicEntertainment #WatchNow #StreamingFree #MovieArchive #HistoricCinema #LegendaryMovies #FilmBuff #MovieBuff #IndependentCinema #ClassicAdventure #VintageFilm #OldSchoolMovies #ReliveTheClassics #PublicDomainCinema #TimelessClassics #CinematicTreasures #GoldenOldies #MovieClassics #RetroFilm #ClassicScreen #OldMovieNight #CinemaLovers