The compact disc re-issue not only contains the music from the LP and single, but also has 15 additional never before released cues 9 of which are in stereo, the remaining 6 being in mono. The theme was also issued on a single 45rpm record, but again is also very difficult to locate. The music has been issued before on an RCA LP, in 1971, this is now a very rare item, and is hard to find. This particular edition which is considered to be the best was directed by Vincent Thomas in 1971, and contains a suitably riotous and infectious sounding score by composer Gino Peguri. Other versions include Allmeto Palermi’s take on the subject in 1937 and also Sergio Sollima’s popular 1976 movie. The character of the Black Pirate was created by writer Emilio Salgari and the story has been committed to celluloid a number of times, in fact the first version was produced in 1920, when a silent version of the story was directed by filmmaker Vitale De Stefano. As always this unstoppable acting duo turn out some interesting and entertaining performances, and swap the familiar surroundings of the old American west for seascapes and tall ships in this tale of treasure, pirates and adventure. IL CORSARO NERO (BLACKIE THE PIRATE) is a swashbuckler that paired the acting talents of Terence hill and Bud Spencer.
#IL CORSARO NERO 1971 MOVIE#
The expansive and comprehensive re-issue and release of classic Italian movie soundtracks continues on the ever industrious Digit Movies label.