Duck, You Sucker (1972)

Perhaps the best of Leone's westerns

A fine CD with excellent narration if one likes that. Fascinating story of the Mexican revolution with excellent production values, 1st rate cast even if Eli Wallach is missing. The origin of somewhat bizarre title is hilarious. July 18, 2008

Never got it.

This DVD never got to me. I checked with my post office and it's vanished, apparently into thin air. I don't know what happened, except that I'm out $25 or so and have no DVD. I've wanted to see this for a few years now and am still not able to. I ain't happy. June 26, 2008

Best Sergio Leone Film I've seen!

I've seen this movie several times before purchasing it, so I knew exactly what I was getting. I've also seen all of the Sergio Leone movies, and I consider this the best. The reason is that it is more personal and caring between two individuals who are from entirely different backgrounds, yet seem to bond in a very unique manner. I'ts funny, but also has it's sad moments. I would recommend it highly. You waon't find it in any video rental store, so go ahead and buy your own copy. March 27, 2008

Dynamite Ending!

"A Fistful of Dynamite" (also known as "Duck You Sucker!") is a story about revolution during the time of Pancho Villa. In the film Juan Miranda (Rod Steiger) is a Mexican bandit who, after just robbing a stage coach, shoots out a tire on a strange motorcyclist in full gear. The motorcyclist is Sean Mallory (James Coburn) who has flashbacks of his background as an Irish terrorist. After they meet - Sean shows Juan his coat full of dynamite and says that if he is shot, everyone blows up. Something clicks between them - two strange and somewhat wacky men. Juan talks Sean into robbing the Bank of Mesa Verde. Sean, with his gaming personality, fixes things so that Juan frees many political prisoners while looking for the safe in the bank. After that, Juan begins to change from a bandit to a full- blown revolutionary, while Sean develops in another way.

There are many surprises, some wry humor, and good scenery and props. The Mexican Army reminded me of Hitler's SS Troops but almost in cartoon-like way. There are many exciting scenes and more blasts along the way. This movie has it all.

I enjoyed the movie - well done and not a "canned" type of Western. Interesting characters who lead you through all kinds of and twists and turns. The only thing I must add is that the movie was two and a half hours and it could easily been cut to move faster in scenes - especially the fighting. Because it was unusual it generally held my interest; James Coburn and Rod Steiger were fantastic and worked magic together as quirky characters in a movie full of adventure, action and war. The "down side," however, is that the film sometimes drags.
November 5, 2007

Western with a bang!

A wonderful western that blends the lives of two characters, one a bomber with a past from Ireland and the other a bandit turned rebel in Mexico. The acting in this film is excellent, with James Coburn and Rod Steiger playing the respective rebels. Fascinating vignettes in flashbacks that help the viewer understand Coburn's character and past in Ireland. Several scenes are typical Sergio Leoni with a mix of humor and poignant imagery. Slow in a few places, and somewhat uneven. However, a very entertaining and worthwhile film. October 22, 2007

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