Curator's Take
“A rare western set directly after the Civil War featuring a Ranger dealing with racial tensions. It’s rough and low-budget, but attempts to tackle unique themes.”
Why This Movie Is Important
An attempt to launch a new passive-aggressive hero who plays dead to survive. It’s a unique survival strategy that subverts the macho bravery of the typical gunfighter.
Production Details
Shango is a 1970 western and action film directed by Edoardo Mulargia. Originally released in Italy under the title "Shango, la pistola infallibile", the film was produced during the golden era of European westerns. The film features a score composed by Gianfranco Di Stefano. Cinematography was handled by Gino Santini. The film stars Anthony Steffen as Shango, Eduardo Fajardo as Major Droster, and Maurice Poli as Martinez. Running 1 hour and 21 minutes, it is a lean, tightly paced entry.
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Set immediately after the Civil War, utilizing the political tension for drama.
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