ARIZONA COLT RETURNS is, unsurprisingly, a follow up to the 1966 western ARIZONA COLT, with Anthony Steffen replacing Giuliano Gemma in the titular role. This sequel sees Colt going after a gang of bandits after being left for dead. It's an early credit in the career of top Italian director Sergio Martino, although it's not one of Martino's best; the story has an odd mix of broad comedy (especially in the early stages, and involving silly character names) and deadly seriousness.
The Ernesto Gastaldi script works well and keeps the violence coming, headed by Aldo Sambrell in one of his slimiest parts as the chief bad guy. Rosalbi Neri also bags an eye-catching role as a femme fatale. The story is stylishly directed and complemented by a top music score which adds to the experience. It's certainly a lot snappier and more fun than its predecessor.
The Ernesto Gastaldi script works well and keeps the violence coming, headed by Aldo Sambrell in one of his slimiest parts as the chief bad guy. Rosalbi Neri also bags an eye-catching role as a femme fatale. The story is stylishly directed and complemented by a top music score which adds to the experience. It's certainly a lot snappier and more fun than its predecessor.