The Unholy Four
A young man who has lost his memory, escapes from prison with three other convicts. The other men help him find back bits of his past, until they arrive at a village where two warring families recognize him. Apparently he has a reputation for being a fast gun, and he has been paid to kill a man - who says he is his father. His younger brother is jealous of the attention the prodigal son receives, and things come to a dramatic end.
Curator's Take
“Four inmates escape an asylum to find gold. It’s a chaotic premise that leads to some bizarre situations. A strange mix of psychological drama and western action.”
Why This Movie Is Important
A psychological mystery about memory and identity. By having an amnesiac hero, it adds a layer of existential dread to the violence. It asks: if you don't know who you are, are you still guilty of your past crimes?
Production Details
The Unholy Four is a 1970 western film directed by Enzo Barboni. Originally released in Italy under the title "Ciakmull - L'uomo della vendetta", the film was produced during the golden era of European westerns. Riz Ortolani composed the film's score. Cinematography was handled by Mario Montuori. The screenplay was written by Mario Di Nardo. The film stars Leonard Mann as Ciakmull, Woody Strode as Woody, and Pietro Martellanza as Silver. Running 1 hour and 35 minutes, it is a well-paced entry in the genre.
Did You Know?
This was originally a psychological thriller script set in a prison. It was rewritten as a western at the last minute because westerns were easier to sell to eager distributors.
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