Challenge of McKenna (1970)
A former priest becomes embroiled in the drama raging between a Mexican rancher, his unhappy daughter and psychotic son whilst dealing with his own issues of guilt and a loss of faith. A new relationship with the local brothel keeper seems to offer a fresh start but the rancher and his son are set on making him pay for his interference and his own inner demons are never far away.
Director: León Klimovsky
Genre: Western
Runtime: 96 min
Release Date: March 21, 1970
Cast
- Robert Woods - Chris
- John Ireland - Jones/Jonas MacKenna
- Annabella Incontrera - Maggie
- Daniela Giordano - Barbara
- Roberto Camardiel - Don Diego
- Mariano Vidal Molina - Ed Gray
- Giovanni Cianfriglia
- Attilio Dottesio - Sheriff Bill
- Sergio Mendizábal - Doctor
Screenplay
- Pedro Gil Paradela (Screenplay)
- Edoardo Mulargia (Screenplay)
- León Klimovsky (Screenplay)
- Antonio Viader (Story)
Music: Francesco De Masi
Cinematography: Francisco Sánchez
Editing: Juan Pisón, Pablo G. del Amo
Production: Filmar Compagnia Cinematografica, Atlántida Films
Country: Spain, Italy
Language: English, Italiano, Español
Original Language: it
Themes
Spaghetti Western
Keywords
drifter, spaghetti western, family dispute
More Films by Director: León Klimovsky
More Films in Genre: Western
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Challenge of McKenna about?
- A former priest becomes embroiled in the drama raging between a Mexican rancher, his unhappy daughter and psychotic son whilst dealing with his own issues of guilt and a loss of faith. A new relationship with the local brothel keeper seems to offer a fresh start but the rancher and his son are set on making him pay for his interference and his own inner demons are never far away.
- Who directed Challenge of McKenna?
- Challenge of McKenna was directed by León Klimovsky.
- Who stars in Challenge of McKenna?
- Challenge of McKenna stars Robert Woods, John Ireland, Annabella Incontrera, Daniela Giordano, Roberto Camardiel, Mariano Vidal Molina.
- How long is Challenge of McKenna?
- Challenge of McKenna has a runtime of 1h 36m (96 minutes).
- What genre is Challenge of McKenna?
- Challenge of McKenna is a Western film.
- Where was Challenge of McKenna produced?
- Challenge of McKenna was produced in Spain, Italy.
- What are the themes of Challenge of McKenna?
- The themes of Challenge of McKenna include: Spaghetti Western.