Tex and the Lord of the Deep

Name: Tex and the Lord of the Deep
Director: Duccio Tessari
Genre: Adventure, Fantasy, Western
Released: 1985-01-01
Duration: 104 min
Rating: 4.6
Cast: Giuliano Gemma, William Berger, Carlo Mucari, Peter Berling, Isabel Russinova

1985Dir. Duccio Tessari1h 44m

Track this movie free Wishlist

Check price on Amazon Browse eBay listings

Amazon and eBay links may be affiliate links.

About This Movie

Tex and the Lord of the Deep is a unique blend of spaghetti western and fantasy, directed by Duccio Tessari. It feels like a wild ride through dusty plains where six-guns meet sorcery. The pacing is a bit uneven at times, but it captures that earthy atmosphere typical of 80s Italian productions. The practical effects, especially the magical elements, give it this charmingly retro vibe that you don't see much anymore. The performances are a mixed bag, but there's something about the lead that really embodies the comic strip hero Tex. It's not just a western; it's a dive into a world where mythology dances with gunfights, making it distinct in a sea of genre films from that era.

Spaghetti western meets fantasy elementsInteresting practical effectsBased on Tex comic strip by Bonelli