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Santo vs. the Riders of Terror

1970 · 78 min Horror Western
4.9 / 10 · TMDB

After a group of violent lepers escapes from a sanitarium, - robbing several farms, residents of the town demand the the sheriff - take action. Meanwhile, a local criminal joins forces with the lepers - to commit even more robberies. As the disfigured madmen keep the - entire town indoors with its reign of terror, the sheriff has no - choice but to call on the only man who can help--legendary wrestling - superhero, Santo!

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Original Title Santo contra los jinetes del terror
Year 1970
Country Mexico
Genre Horror, Western
Director René Cardona
Runtime 78 min.
Rating TMDB: 4.9/10 (14 votes)

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The film constructs a bizarre yet compelling fusion of western and horror tropes, relying on the stark imagery of a town besieged by disfigured outlaws. It explores the mythic role of the luchador hero as a pure force of order against chaos, delivering action with a distinctive grindhouse sensibility.

What lingers after the final pinfall is the sheer audacity of the premise—a wrestling icon cleansing a Gothic West of its supernatural plague. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: René Cardona

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Best enjoyed with friends, embracing its chaotic blend of spooky and spaghetti western vibes.

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