California (1977 film)
| California | |
|---|---|
.jpg) Italian theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Michele Lupo |
| Written by | Roberto Leoni |
| Music by | Gianni Ferrio |
| Cinematography | Alejandro Ulloa |
Release dates | 1977 |
| Language | Italian |
California is a 1977 Italian spaghetti western film directed by Michele Lupo.[1] The film was generally well received by critics and obtained a good commercial success at Italian box office.[2]
Plot
After the American Civil War gunman California wants to renew his life. He changes his name to Michael Random and seeks a home where he can live in peace. In the war's aftermath he gets to know young Willy Preston. On route to Preston's family, Willy is killed by a gang of criminals under the helm of Robert Whittaker. California informs Willy's kin and falls in love with Willy's sister, Helen. One day they witness Whittaker and his gang robbing a bank; Helen is taken hostage. California is faced with the decision to resort to the merciless shootist he was during the war although it will not spare Helen the gruesome experience of being game to ruthless desperados.
Cast
- Giuliano Gemma: Michael 'California' Random
- Raimund Harmstorf: Rope Whittaker
- William Berger: Mr. Preston
- Miguel Bosé: Willy Preston
- Paola Dominguin (as Paola Bosè): Helen Preston
- Chris Avram: Nelson
- Robert Hundar: Eric Plummer
- Romano Puppo: Gary Duke
- Franco Ressel: Full
- Malisa Longo: Yasmin
- Dana Ghia: Mrs. Preston
- Diana Lorys: Betty
- Ferdinando Murolo: Brook
- Enzo Fiermonte: Father