For A Few Dollars More (1969r)

Original United Artists b&w photo still #FDM-18.

This shot captures the gritty tension of the Spaghetti Western, a genre that fundamentally reshaped cinema by trading classical heroism for moral ambiguity. Director Sergio Leone’s stylistic innovations, such as the "Mexican Standoff" and focus on rugged anti-heroes, directly paved the way for the hyper-stylized action seen in modern films by directors like Quentin Tarantino.
 
Here, We see the Colonel (Lee Van Cleef) surrounded by El Indio (Gian Maria Volonté) and his ruthless gang. The Colonel is in a high-stakes moment, playing a game with the outlaws. 
 
Quick Trivia: Lee Van Cleef was essentially "rediscovered" by Sergio Leone for this film; the actor had been working as a freelance painter after a car accident nearly ended his career before being cast as the Colonel.

• Year: 1969 Re-Release
• Size: 8 X 10 Inches 
• Condition: Unframed
• Product Code: T6570