$1,000 ON THE BLACK (LES COLTS DE LA VIOLENCE)

Cinemavixion Review

This 1966 Spaghetti Western, "$1,000 on the Black" (also known as "Les Colts de la Violence"), directed by Alberto Cardone, presents a classic tale of fraternal betrayal and revenge. The narrative centers on Johnny Liston, who returns to his hometown after a twelve-year prison sentence, only to find his brother, Sartana, has become a ruthless bandit controlling the town. Adding to Johnny's woes, Sartana has also stolen the woman Johnny once loved. The film promises a gritty showdown, exploring themes of justice, family loyalty, and the corrupting influence of power within a desolate Western landscape. Starring Antonio De Teffè as Johnny and Gianni Garko as Sartana, alongside Erika Blanc, the film delves into the dark consequences of past actions and the inevitable clash that arises when a wronged man seeks retribution.