TRUSTING IS GOOD... SHOOTING IS BETTER

Cinemavixion Review

Osvaldo Civirani's "Trusting Is Good... Shooting Is Better" plunges viewers into a chaotic scramble for ill-gotten gains, a quintessential Spaghetti Western trope executed with a distinctively Italian flair. The narrative, driven by a clever premise of double-crosses and shifting allegiances, centers on the pursuit of $200,000 following a botched bank robbery. George Hilton anchors the film as Glenn, a young man unexpectedly thrust into the dangerous game, navigating a treacherous landscape populated by the formidable Colonel (John Ireland) and the cunning Portugese (Piero Via). Sandra Milo adds a captivating presence as Liz, whose motives are as fluid as the alliances formed and broken. While the plot may lean into familiar Western conventions, the film distinguishes itself with its energetic pacing and a darkly humorous undertone that underscores the greed and desperation of its characters. It’s a compelling exploration of trust, betrayal, and the lengths to which individuals will go for fortune.