Question 1

Why was the script rewritten to have Eve drive instead of Walter?

Accepted Answer

Franco Nero broke his hand punching a horse on the set of Keoma (1976), so the script was rewritten to have Walter break his hand early in the film, and Eve drives throughout.

Question 2

Which Italian location stood in for northern California?

Accepted Answer

L'Aquila, Italy was used because the terrain looked like the American west, and road signs and gas stations were Americanized, sometimes confusing American tourists.

Question 3

Who suggested David Hess for the role of Adam, and why?

Accepted Answer

Franco Nero suggested David Hess because they had worked together on 21 Hours at Munich (1976) and Hess had expressed interest in working in Italy.

Question 4

What injury did David Hess inflict on Franco Nero during a fight scene?

Accepted Answer

According to David Hess, he broke Franco Nero's nose while shooting a fight sequence.

Question 5

What is the premise of the film?

Accepted Answer

A bickering couple driving cross-country pick up a murderous hitchhiker who threatens to kill them unless they take him to a sanctuary, in return for splitting bank loot.

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