Cast
View AllPietro Martellanza
as 'Pupo' Bill McDonald (as Peter Martel)
Sal Borgese
as 'Pistolero' Duke McDonald
Ramón Lillo
as Tenente Pollack
Pepe Ruiz
as Macchia Nera
Marisa Medina
as Rosie
Rita Di Lernia
as Mrs. Isabel McDonald
Venancio Muro
as
Francisco Nieto
as
José Luis Chinchilla
as
Armando Morandi
as
Luis Barboo
as Joe, the Blacksmith
Javier de Rivera
as
José Luis Zalde
as Poker Player (as Zalde)
Antonio Orengo
as Poker Player
Viki Hernandez
as
Crew
Director
- Franco Ciferri
Writer
- Fabio Carboni
- Armando Morandi
- Amando de Ossorio
Producer
- Francesco Campitelli
- Armando Morandi
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
Patience Has a Limit, We Don't represents a fascinating example of Western/Comedy/Adventure cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Franco Ciferri brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1974, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Patience Has a Limit, We Don't took approximately 25 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 96 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 128 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 8 months to complete.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The screenplay went through 12 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 1974, when this film was released:
- Disco music dominated popular culture.
- The Watergate scandal changed public perception of political institutions.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: September 27, 1974
- Runtime: 1h 36m
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