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Hey, Jim.

What are you doing around here? -I miss my land, brother.

You should've looked after it when it was yours.

It will be mine again. -But it's Sabata's property now...

He just owes you the last $1000. -$1000?

I don't think he has many animals left to sell.

Watch. -But if you kill his animals...

He'll be ruined. -I've always said it, little brother...

You're too kind.

And you're a bandit if you do something like that...

I'll get the blame for it. -Don't worry...

A dead man can't be blamed for anything.

What are you doing?

Willy! Who did it?

Hurry...

Throw down the pistol.

You don't think... -Who said we think?

The pistol is still hot. -I shot at someone who was escaping.

Sure, but I'll bet my bottom dollar you didn't hit him...

Right, Sabata?

If the judge believes you, they won't hang you.

What judge? You still have doubts?

Not me. Come on, let's hang him.

Let go of me.

I didn't do it. Let go of me.

Stop. What's going on?

Willy! Who did it?

Dirty murderer. -I had no reason to kill him.

But you did. I felt this was going to happen...

You hated him too much. -That's not true, we were friends.

He was lying there when I arrived, I'm not a murderer.

You'll have to prove that. -Enough talk...

Come on, let's hang him.

We heard gun fire and found him here next to Willy.

It's true, let's hang him. -Yes, hang him.

He doesn't deserve a trial.

What are we waiting for?

No, there's justice for all...

And there will be for him as well.

On your feet.

Get up.

But what has he done? -He killed my brother.

Murderer.

Stop, stop. Put him in prison.

Murderer.

Watch out, he's a noted client. -Look, Sabata.

I'll take care of him. Come on, handsome...

You'll change in there. We cure types like you all the time.

Naturally, you'll have a fair trial. -Of course.

Let's hang him straight away.

Silence.

Silence.

Silence.

Or I'll send you all outside.

Justice, to be worthy of this name, requires peace and calm...

We face a serious accusation, that of murder...

And the judge must be able to work in complete tranquility.

There's a man's life at stake.

Continue, Gasparo. -Thanks, judge.

What else could I say?

I could talk about the wickedness of the accused...

Of his insatiable thirst for money, or his bloody cynicism.

These are the reasons why he quarrelled with my brother.

We know very well who Sabata is...

A man who tried to deceive all of us when he first arrived...

...as the paladin of justice.

Only to reveal himself as a vulgar murderer with no scruples.

And he killed poor Willy, who only wanted to live in peace.

This isn't a trial. It's a farce.

Even a water fountain was a pretence to argue with Willy.

I've said my piece.

And it would be pointless adding anything else.

Maybe it wouldn't have happened, things might have got sorted...

With a bit of good will.

If the rage, blind and deaf to any human sentiment...

...hadn't exploded to violence in the mind of this murderer.

You're lying. -There are witnesses who saw you.

They caught you standing right next to him.

But I went there because I heard gun shots...

And I saw someone riding away. I didn't kill him.

You mean to say I killed him?

Silence. -Silence.

You may continue.

I said there are witnesses who saw you kill him...

And now I'll introduce them.

They're all peaceful honest citizens.

Pedro Sanchez.

Fred Mulligan.

Mike Houston. Conrad Hilton.

Folks who saw him with their own eyes, and they can be trusted.

Tell him, Conrad. Tell the judge what happened.

I'm in charge of this trial. Wait for me...

Only I can say who can or can't speak.

Of course, your honour. I'm sorry.

Conrad Hilton may speak.

Enough. -Silence.

Silence!

I've finished here. -Me too.

It seems like Jim knows how the trial's going to end.

Right, otherwise he wouldn't have paid for the gallows himself.

To Jim's health.

Who would've thought it? Sabata a killer.

That's it.

Who knows what the truth is? -You'll never know...

If I knew the truth for every gallows I've built...

I'd be rich by now.

I've heard the jury's verdict.

Free from oppression of any kind...

And in the full awareness of my powers...

I condemn the accused to death by hanging...

The sentence is death by hanging...

...until such time the prisoner is pronounced dead.

The sentence will be carried out tomorrow morning at dawn.

You can't condemn me. He's the real killer.

I didn't kill him. You have to believe me.

I didn't kill him.

Get in.

They haven't wasted any time. The gallows are already up.

And who wants to miss it? We don't get many hangings round here.

There are too many honest folk around.

You want some advice? Sleep on it...

Then you'll die better.

'Hide in the old mine. A friend.'

Wake up.

What is it? I'm so tired.

But it's not time yet.

You're in such a hurry to die. After all, it's your neck.

Stop. I can take care of my neck.

Get the key and open it.

The key.

Quick.

Walk.

He's escaped, and he's killed Bill.

Quick, after him.

The horses can't take it anymore. We'll try again tomorrow.

I'll ride to every corner of this country but I swear I'll find him...

I'll keep his woman's house under surveillance.

Okay, we'll try again tomorrow.

There's a broken step. Can you repair it?

Sure. -Look...

Sabata! But how?

It's really him.

Honey. You escaped, right?

Yes. -You were foolish to come here.

They'll hunt you like a jackal. -Relax...

They won't catch me. Not until I can prove my innocense.

Where's Bobby? -You know how it is...

But he'll be back in time for you to see him.

Come on.

No, Evelyn...

I'll always be a stranger round here...

Ever since I left the my Indian friends...

And their nomad lives. To buy that damned ranch.

They still haven't accepted me as one of their own.

I'm an intruder. -No, that's just your impression.

Didn't you see the trial? They're all against me.

It means I'm the only one left to protect you.

You who give me the strength to defend myself...

I love you.

There won't be another trial if they catch you...

There's been a verdict. They'll hang you.

They're also accusing you of killing that prison guard.

And they all want the $1000 bounty. -Dead or alive.

I have somewhere safe to hide for now...

Everyone knows about the old mine...

But it's hard to find someone in there with all those tunnels.

I'd like to know who wrote that message.

Think about your neck. It's your life...

If I were you I'd disappear for a while...

Mexico, maybe. -Finished already?

But you haven't eaten anything, take some of my desert.

I can't leave, I have to stay and find the killer.

Do what you want? -What if they get you?

It's a risk I have to take.

Before time erases the traces of my innocense.

You have to make that decision. -Fine...

I have to go.

Goodbye.

Sam has to go to El Paso to bring back the herd.

Stay as long as you like, but be careful.

I'll leave in the in the morning. -Sam's right...

If you want to get through this they can't catch you.

Good luck. Bye.

These bounties make you want to give up work.

Someone works for twenty years for nothing...

And here, in a few minutes, you're rich.

No, that's not for you. Keep getting blisters on your hands.

There's only one man who can collect that bounty...

It wasn't your old job for nothing.

And as a bounty killer, you were someone.

Don't worry. because if it does happen to me I won't congratulate myself.

And if someone were to give me some good clues...

I won't be the one to forget it. Let's go, sheriff.

Nice words. What if Sabata's out for revenge?

Isn't the sheriff here to protect you? -Right, I'm here.

He also underlined my name.

But I'm not scared.

I know how to defend myself. But Pedro, Mike and the others...

They did their duty as witnesses. Will they know what to do?

I'll do my best to protect them.

We can't give him respite. -Right, we mustn't give him respite.

But where has that got us? Well, sheriff?

Conrad...

What do you think? -We're in a bad situation.

It's true. Sabata is a killer...

Someone who knows how to kill.

He spent a long time living with the Indians.

I'm Sabata. You were expecting me.

You knew I'd come.

Who asked me to come here?

You don't want to tell me?

You can't speak?

What happened?

Pedro.

Who could it be? -Look, look.

We have to call the sheriff.

What's going on here?

The bounty. The bounty on Sabata.

Who is it?

It's Pedro Sanchez. Sabata's out for revenge.

It's Sabata's first victim.

I wouldn't want to be in the judge's shoes, or the others.

Jim can't do his job anymore. Are you sure he was killed?

What do you think? He died from a cold?

It wouldn't be the first time a doctor got it wrong.

But Pedro had a hole in his head. -If that's the case, he's dead.

I'm going to see my mother.

What is it? Don't you want me to?

I'll be back soon, Chiquita. Don't worry.

I feel safe here. Also...

I want to come back and thank you for saving my life.

I don't forget these favours.

Bye.

Give me a light, Fred. -Quiet, don't shout like that.

I only asked for a match. Why won't you give me a light?

Go to hell. -Go to hell?

That would suit me fine right now...

I could light my cigar with all that fire around.

What are you doing? Saddling up?

Why so late? -Clear off.

You know what I say? Something bad's going to happen to you.

Then I really do bring bad luck. Over a match?

But that's Sabata. Let's warn Jim Sparrow.

How are you? -I've been in so much pain.

I hope you don't believe this? -No, Sabata...

I tried to prevent them from hanging it on our house...

But the sheriff forced me to. -Damn them...

But why? Who could want me dead?

I don't know, my son. But everything's against you.

You sure it was him? -Sure.

I want him alive, don't worry about the money...

You'll be compensated. Go.

You shouldn't come here. It's dangerous.

And don't worry about my health, Evelyn visits everyday...

She's a fine daughter.

I have to forget about Evelyn as well for now.

Farewell.

God bless you, son.

You go that way, and you come with me.

Stop, Sabata.

I say to hell with him, Jim. Let's kill him and collect the bounty.

Thomas.

What is it? Has the bounty increased?

Go to the printers. -How much is it this time?

$8000, hurry. -Like lightning.

Greetings, Sabata.

I was expecting you. -Do you want the bounty?

$8000? It really is a lot of cash...

Isn't it? But it doesn't interest me...

Not for now.

I've got other plans for you. -I didn't kill your brother.

Disappear.

Tell the others I could've killed you, but I'm not a killer.

That won't save your skin...

You are and always will be a murderer...

We're not going to stop until we see you hanging from the gallows.

Only then will my brother rest in peace.

He attacked them by surprise, like a coward...

Those poor guys didn't even see it coming.

He just kept shooting.

I only tried to wound him...

I wanted him alive. But he hit my hand, look.

Then what did you do? -I shot him in the leg...

But he didn't even feel it, such was the insanity, the fury that devoured him.

Relax, I'm sure Sabata will a find a way out of this...

Even if it's risky. He'll come to see you.

I'm worried about him, maybe it's better he doesn't come...

Yes, it's better if he doesn't come.

I don't think she'll make it through the night.

Her heart is too weak. She's been too preoccupied...

Especially lately.

Give her that medicine every three hours...

I'll be back in the morning. Goodbye.

Goodbye, doctor.

Evelyn, what are you doing here? -I had to see you...

Right away.

I had to, Sabata. Your mother is very sick...

She's at my house. She keeps calling out for you.

Bob and Sam didn't want me to come...

The bounty has gone up $2000, and everyone wants it...

Even those who believe you're innocent.

Yes, the bounty takes away any friends, I know...

It's human nature.

What an absurd destiny. Everyone's against you.

I'll try to come tonight.

$8000. That's a lot of money.

Why haven't they caught him yet?

All this waiting is like a slow death.

We must do something. -The judge's right...

It's the protection that's missing. Yours though, sheriff...

What else can I do? I've got men all over town.

We've searched thousands of miles, every corner of the countryside.

It's like fighting a shadow. We can't predict...

How, where, and when that asshole will strike next.

He'll strike again. -Yes, damn him.

No, I'm getting out of here. I don't feel like staying.

You can say what you want, but I'm leaving.

Where were you running off to? It's me, Jim.

Jim, have you gone nuts? You looked like Sabata.

You gave me such a fright. Why are you dressed like...

What are you doing?

You know too much about me Conrad...

I have to kill you, just like Pedro and Fred.

You're a risk to me. -I won't talk, I swear.

I can't let you live. -I'll leave...

I'll go far away. -I'm sorry.

Don't do it. -Sorry.

You were travelling with your husband...

And your son.

Your husband was steering the wagon.

Yes, we worked hard...

At least we saved enough money for that piece of land I always wanted.

We're almost there. You'll like it.

We'll have a new home and Osalito can grow up like the rich kids...

...and get an education. Then he'll be someone.

I want to be an angel, like Don Diego. -Good luck...

But don't dream too much, -The hard times are over, Ramon...

We can dream now.

What do you want? -The gold.

We don't have anything.

The woman.

Gold. I found it.

Gold, gold.

Let's go.

You had passed out.

A man.

Your hands were tied up.

You got free, and you escaped.

A man.

The man who drove me out of town.

A cross. A gold cross.

Greetings. -Whisky.

What about the gold? -Don't worry...

We'll sell the gold, you'll see.

You keep playing.

Who's he? -Give me another one.

Thanks.

No, we're leaving tomorrow.

Sure. Who's after us?

Hey, Mexican.

Where did you get that cross? -What do you care?

You're too curious, friend...

Don't you know curiosity can be fatal?

The bounty.

That $3000 excites you, right?

It's not that it excites me, it's like I arleady have it.

The smart ones arrived, but you're not first to try.

Why don't you look for him in the shadow of some tree.

Or under a bush.

You two are too sensitive...

They say he eats worms.

Idiots. Watch your backs.

I want the $3000. -You want it in lead?

I prefer it in silver dollars.

A bounty killer. But who can it be?

What if it's Jim? Sure, Jim Sparrow!

You're intelligent.

Bravo, Sabata. But you're too late.

Don't even think it, or I'll have to settle with $10,000...

I'd like to earn another $2000, from the judge and Mike.

But the game's a little harder now, they're all shaking in their boots.

They're more scared of you than the plague.

A plan worthy of a murderer like you. -It's child's play...

I kill them and your bounty increases, and it has to go up to $15,000...

To compensate me for that ridiculous sum you paid me for my land.

I gave you what you asked for. -You're a dirty crook...

You're going to pay for it.

Why don't you kill me? -I will, don't worry...

When the time is right.

Just a few more days and you'll be a nice fat hen...

A hen that lays golden eggs. Don't worry about food and lodgings...

The undersigned is offering. Jim, Jim Sparrow.

And don't try to ask Chiquita for help, she won't listen to you...

Because she knows I'd kill her like a dog.

You make me sick.

I'll kill you, Sabata, but only when it suits me, not now...

You'll pay for everything. It's a promise I made to myself...

And I intend to keep it.

Here she is. Your guard dog.

She'll bring you food...

Your slop will suit him fine.

Best not to worry too much. You'll have to spoon-feed him...

He can't use his hands, poor guy.

Since she was left alone, and buried here...

I helped her not to die.

And now she only lives for me...

And she does what I want.

Don't cry, Evelyn. She's suffered so much.

We must tell Sabata. -No, you can't go back to the mine.

They're watching our every move, it would be like killing him with our own hands.

It's nice but I don't want it, I'm not hungry...

I understand you do your best with what he gives you.

Why won't you let me go? Just for one day, I promise.

Why don't you trust me? You shouldn't be a part of this...

You don't owe him anything, he saved your life...

...and he took it back. Jim will strike again.

Go on, have another one.

It's time to go. -No, stay, we'll eat something.

No, don't worry. -I've got men everywhere...

The slightest sound... -We're also here to protect you.

Don't worry.

I'll look after you.

I'm going up there, you keep an eye on the door.

Who is it?

Who is it? -Mike, it's me, Jim.

We filled him full of lead. Come on, open up.

Don't breathe. -Jim!

Have you gone crazy?

What do you want from me?

What do you want? Say something.

Damn it, he tricked us again.

Quick.

Over here. Hurry.

Quick, this way.

He made it this time as well.

It really looks like it. -I emptied my gun into him...

I thought I got him, but he climbed through the window and ran off.

You're wounded. -It's nothing.

He almost got me. -Poor Mike.

Water, Chiquita. Water.

No, it's old. Fetch me some fresh water.

Please, Chiquita.

Where are you going?

But be quick. I must get back to San Jose.

Well? Any complaints?

Don't be polite, the guest is sacred.

When the guest is worth as much as you are...

You can never be too careful. By the way...

You put on some weight last night. Poor Mike...

It was his turn. He fell for it like a chicken...

I confess, it did hurt me a bit...

But when I think of the $2000 I don't have regrets.

You're a pig.

You're a dirty pig. -I'll be a pig with $12,000.

You don't hurt me. My skin or yours?

Better yours.

Hey, you. Less making faces, got it?

Water once a day. And stay away, he's dangerous.

If I see you getting close to him I'll strangle you like a calf.

Anyway, we're at the dregs now. His holiday is over tomorrow...

And he'll be out of your way.

Water.

Water.

Chiquita.

Let me go. I'll be back in time.

Just a few hours.

You'll fill it up when the bounty goes up again.

Where have you been? Did you print them in Houston?

He's worth it for $12,000 but he looks thinner.

Looks like they've run out of ink. -Right, I can believe it.

Here.

Don't worry. I'll come back.

Who are you?

I recognise you, Sabata. What do you want?

Why don't you talk? Talk!

This is my voice.

Jim Sparrow. Why did you do it?

For Sabata. It's right he gets revenge...

He can't move, so he sent me.

Him as well? -Now I can protect you better.

Right, the same protection the others got.

Like Pedro, or Fred. Conrad, Mike.

And now the judge. No sheriff...

My life means a lot to me and I'm not waiting here for Sabata...

I'll hunt him in his lair. -It's all very simple now...

Jim Sparrow or Sabata?

The smartest one will save his skin...

But it looks like I'm out of work.

I'll see you later.

Don't scream. -Sabata.

I couldn't come earlier. We have a lot to talk about...

You and me. -I've got nothing to say to you...

The facts speak for themselves. Behaving like this only confirms it.

Put that pistol down. You're committing another crime.

To think, there was this one moment when I thought...

That you were innocent. -That's right.

You should listen carefully if you have your doubts.

It was just an appeal from my conscience...

Seeing how honest you'd become in these last few years...

Evidently, I got it wrong. -You're making a mistake now...

And I can prove it. I haven't been able to until now.

I kept my promise.

Chiquita. Wake up.

You used to wake up at dawn.

Is he keeping you up at night?

I'll take him away today so you won't have to work for him anymore.

What a shame the game is over. Just at the most exciting part.

What a sight it was seeing everyone tremble in front of Sabata.

Come on, why don't you laugh? Imbecile, you should thank me.

You could never have created this fame by yourself.

Deep down, I risked my life for you...

And all that's left for me to do is think about your life...

I'm satisfied now. You're worth $15,000.

From now I'll be having a good time on your account, Sabata.

As usual, you talk too much. Go on, kill me.

A bit at a time.

You have to suffer more than your victims.

Now they'll believe me when I said I shot you in the leg.

Just as I suspected. Good...

I'll have some fun with her as well after.

It's over for you.

At the last minute, but in time...

It's over for you, Jim Sparrow. -Are you siding with killers now?

I heard everything. -You'll need proof, sheriff.

Later. After we put a noose around your neck.

Don't be so sure.

Have you decided to stay? As you wish.

Good luck. Farewell, Chiquita.

Subtitled by Merlin December 2009

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