And God Said to Cain

And God Said to Cain

Year: 1970

Runtime: 101 mins

Language: Italian

Director: Antonio Margheriti

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A bleak, unforgiving western tells the story of an innocent man who endures ten years in prison for a crime he never committed. Upon his release he swears vengeance against those responsible, plunging back into a desolate frontier where betrayal, violence and moral darkness await. His solitary quest pits him against corrupt sheriffs and ruthless outlaws, illustrating the film’s stark, nihilistic tone.

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1

Gary Hamilton's Imprisonment and Framing

Gary Hamilton, a former Union Army officer, is sentenced to forced labor for an attempted robbery. It is later revealed that his former friend Acombar committed the crime and framed Hamilton by leaving his water bottle at the scene, while keeping the stolen gold for himself and becoming a powerful landlord.

Ten years before Hamilton's return
2

Hamilton is Pardoned and Returns Home

After a decade in prison, Hamilton is pardoned thanks to his military record. He decides to return to his hometown, which is now under Acombar's control, setting the stage for his quest for revenge.

Upon his release Hamilton's hometown
3

Hamilton Meets Young Dick

On the stagecoach heading to the town, Hamilton encounters Dick, Acombar's unsuspecting son. Hamilton poses as Acombar's friend and instructs Dick to inform his father of his imminent arrival, unwittingly alerting Acombar.

During the journey to town Stagecoach
4

Acombar Prepares for Hamilton's Arrival

Hearing from Dick about Hamilton's return, Acombar organizes guards and sets traps to prevent Hamilton from reaching the town or mansion, demonstrating his awareness of the threat.

Before Hamilton's arrival Acombar's estate
5

Hamilton Uses Underground Catacombs

Hamilton avoids an ambush set by Acombar's men by escaping through the city's underground catacombs, which lead from an old cemetery to the church's basement. He then proceeds stealthily, utilizing the chaos of an incoming tornado.

During Hamilton's infiltration Underground catacombs and city streets
6

Hamilton Kills Acombar’s Men

Under the cover of the tornado's obscurity, Hamilton systematically eliminates Acombar's men, including the Santamaría brothers, using inventive methods such as hanging from a bell and crushing with a falling bell.

Night of the ambush Throughout the city
7

Revelation to Dick and Acombar’s Mansion

Hamilton reaches the mansion and reveals the truth about Dick's father and stepmother, Mary. Dick learns the dark history and sides with Hamilton, although Acombar remains unaware of Hamilton’s presence.

Later during Hamilton's infiltrations Acombar's mansion
8

Acombar Kills His Wife and Dick

When Acombar sees Dick at the mansion, he mistakenly believes Hamilton is nearby and kills Dick. Enraged, Acombar then murders his wife Mary, blaming her for Dick's death.

During the climax confrontation Acombar's mansion
9

Final Confrontation and Acombar’s Death

Acombar finds Hamilton hiding among mirrors in the mansion. During their gunfight, a fire breaks out, and Hamilton manages to shoot and kill Acombar, ending his reign of terror.

During the climax Acombar's mansion
10

Hamilton Leaves for Justice

With his revenge achieved, Hamilton departs the ruined city on horseback. He leaves the gold he confiscated for the townspeople to repair the damage caused by his arrival.

Next day after Acombar's death City outskirts

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