Quinto: Fighting Proud / El valor de un cobarde / Quinto: non ammazzare (León Klimovsky, 1969)

Mickey13 · November 23, 2022, 2:48pm

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This sounds like something I should enjoy technically, but oddly enough, the solid premise is hardly put to good purpose and most of the potential evaporates by reason of some shoddy editing and somewhat flabby directing. The storyline unfolds in a pretty unremarkable, indifferent fashion without any apparent emphasis in terms of style or narrative purpose. At the very least, the basic components of the story are on the intriguing side and the whodunit mystery displays sufficient vigor, so there is still something take interest in.

With all that being said, even though the underlying idea provides a solid foundation for a juicy, pulpy kind of adventure, the directional approach completely nullifies that point of departure by opting for an almost schmaltzy, corny style of directing which cancels out the grit inhering in the tale, virtually transforming the motion picture into a trite soap opera of sorts. Likewise, Umiliani’s score is reminiscent of Francesco de Masi’s compositions, further conducing to the inordinately old-fashioned feel of the production. Though the work gets much better in the second half, it is hard to come to terms with just how featureless the final product turns out and just how bland the overall craftsmanship is here. What a major disappointment.

Rayo · July 11, 2023, 1:23pm

I just watched this one again.
If someone could update the main page: Quinto: non ammazzare

At least some of the “filming locations” were set at:

Ciempozuelos
Colmenar Viejo

Thanks,

Admin · July 11, 2023, 3:31pm

This movie’s entry in our database has been updated to the new layout. Corrections and additions welcome.

QuickDraw · August 9, 2023, 5:08pm

This one has now been updated with A NEW POLL to vote on at the top of the page under the original post. Please find it and share your rating with the community.

As usual, link to forum page has also been added / fixed, poster art added, and broken links removed. The original member’s post is as intended, at the top section.

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Admin · December 9, 2023, 10:21am

New review by @perdono in German and English

Diamond · March 2, 2024, 9:59pm

Little whodunit gem with a memorable intro (bank robbery with robbers disguised in creepy kkk masks) and thrilling flashbacks in black and white.

The direction is rather average but it is well written and there is an amazing performace by charismatic Germán Cobos as Sucre who reminded me of Sean Connery.

If you liked Shoot the Living, Pray for the Dead, you will likely like even this. The conception of the two movies is very similar. Recommended. 4/5