His Name Was Holy Ghost

His Name Was Holy Ghost

1972 · 94 min · ★ 6.1 · Western

The Holy Ghost is a supernatural gunfighter dressed in white and with a dove sitting on his shoulder. With his sidekick, the Holy Ghost rescues some farmers from the fortified prison of the evil General Ubarte, then raids the castle again for gold treasure aided by some local prostitutes.

Directed by Giuliano Carnimeo · Written by Tito Carpi

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