I love getting pleasant surprises like this. As a fan of westerns, I don't know how I missed this one. It's "Grade A" all the way and was nominated for Oscars for cinematography, adapted screenplay, and director . . . all well-deserved. And get a load of the cast!
Ralph Bellamy hires Lee Marvin, Burt Lancaster, Robert Ryan, and Woody Strode to rescue his wife (Claudia Cardinale) who has been kidnapped by a renegade Mexican revolutionary (Jack Palance). There's a long, beautifully photographed trek through the desert, some top-notch shootouts, crackling dialogue, and good performances.
The DVD also has several extras featuring interviews with Claudia Cardinale and a few others . . . including Burt Lancaster's daughter.
Highly recommended!