The film’s direction is a hybrid of two different styles, leading to the creation of a legendary Hollywood alias:
The 1969 Western is famously known as the first film credited to the Hollywood pseudonym "Alan Smithee" . Despite the behind-the-scenes turmoil that led to this fake credit, the movie is regarded by critics as a "surprisingly solid" and "extraordinary" revisionist Western. 🎬 Production & The "Alan Smithee" Legend subtitle Death.of.a.Gunfighter.1969.WEBRip.x264...
When released, the New York Times and Roger Ebert praised the "new" director Smithee for his sharp and effective direction. 🤠 Plot & Themes The film’s direction is a hybrid of two