For a Few Dollars More

Name: For a Few Dollars More
Director: Sergio Leone
Genre: Western
Released: 1965-01-01
Duration: 132 min
Rating: 8.0
Cast: Clint Eastwood, Lee Van Cleef, Gian Maria Volonté, Luigi Pistilli, Klaus Kinski

1965Dir. Sergio Leone2h 12m

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Runtime2h 12m

Released1965

Budget$600K

Box office$15M

DirectorSergio Leone

About This Movie

For a Few Dollars More is classic Leone, building on that spaghetti western vibe. The pacing is deliberate, letting the tension simmer before erupting. The score by Morricone just elevates everything—those haunting melodies stick with you. Eastwood and Van Cleef are well-cast, their chemistry is sharp, though it’s the presence of Gian Maria Volonté as El Indio that really captures the madness. The use of practical effects and landscapes is striking; Leone knows how to frame a shot. This one digs into themes of revenge and justice, but with that unique twist you expect from Leone. The atmosphere is gritty and really pulls you into that dusty, dangerous world.

Original Italian release: 1965, later cut for US marketFilmed in Spain, showcasing stunning desert landscapesCinematography by Tonino Delli Colli; rich, dynamic visualsMorricone's score features iconic themes and motifs