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    Sabata
    The Sabata Trilogy
    Genre: Western

    Reviewed In Issue 103 (Dec 2005) Of Widescreen Review®

    Stars:
    Lee Van Cleef, William Berger, Linda Veras, Robert Hundar & Gianni Rizzo

    WSR Review Scores
    WSR Picture Rating: NR
    DD Sound Rating: NR
    DTS Sound Rating: NR
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    Reference Systems
    Critics' Composite Score: 2
    Internet Links
    www.mgm.com/dvd
    www.sonypictures.com
    Special Features
    Includes previews and an up-front anti-piracy ad.


     DVD General Information

    (Studio/Distributor): MGM Home Entertainment
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    (MPAA Rating): PG13
    (Rating Reason):

    		 For western violence and some sexual situations.
    (Retail Price): $
    (DVD Type): Single Side, Single Layer (DVD5)
    (Widescreen Edition): Yes
    (Full Screen Edition): No
    (Anamorphic Widescreen): Yes
    (Running Time In Minutes): 106
    (Color Type): Color
    (Chaptered/Scene Access): Yes
    (Closed Captioned): Yes
    (Regional Coding): 1
    (Theatrical Year): 1969
    (Theatrical Release): Yes
    (Direct-To-Video Release): No
    (DVD Release Date): 10/18/05
    (THX® Digitally Mastered): No

     Credits Information

    (Director): Frank Kramer
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    Story Synopsis:
    Well, one thing's for certain about "Sabata" (Van Cleef); there's nothing wrong with his aim! With the law on his side and a black hat on his head, the gunslinger is determined to put a stop to an arrogant pompous ass; no matter what kind of scheme he has planned. (Tricia Spears)

    DVD Picture:
    The anamorphically enhanced DVD picture has a certain dated appearance, with a slightly soft appearance. Color fidelity is generally well saturated, although fleshtones tend to look brownish. The color scheme is fairly understated and is complementary to the western genre. The source element is revealing of some flecks of dirt, but little film grain. Pixel breakup is occasional, but there is no obtrusive edge enhancement. Overall the picture is quite satisfying for the age of the film and the genre. (Suzanne Hodges)

    Soundtrack:
    The Dolby

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