The Ugly - Eli Wallach

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2018

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Tuco Benedicto Pacífico Juan María Ramírez, often simply called Tuco, is a fictional character best known from the 1966 spaghetti western film, The Good, The Bad and The Ugly. He is portrayed by Eli Wallach.

Tuco is "The Ugly" of the film's title. He is a quick-witted, volatile, and opportunistic Mexican bandit. Constantly scheming to gain wealth and power, he demonstrates a blend of cunning survival instincts and unpredictable behavior.

Throughout the movie, Tuco forms an uneasy and often adversarial partnership with Blondie, "The Good." Their relationship is defined by mutual exploitation and distrust as they search for buried Confederate gold. While appearing ruthless, Tuco occasionally reveals glimpses of humanity and familial loyalty.

Wallach's performance as Tuco is widely praised as one of the most memorable and iconic portrayals in the western genre. His unpredictable nature and comic relief provides a counterpoint to the more stoic characters of Blondie and Angel Eyes.