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The Great American Cowboy

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Filmmaker Kieth Merrill chronicles the hardened lives of professional American rodeo riders and workers as they travel across the country and participate in grueling events. The film draws comparisons between these 20th-century athletes and the true cowboys of the old American West, while focusing on two riders who are battling for the world championship: Larry Mahan, a seasoned veteran of the rodeo circuit, and Phil Lyne, a promising young rookie.

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Audience Member Beautiful cinematography and great characters. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/09/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Filmmaker Kieth Merrill chronicles the hardened lives of professional American rodeo riders and workers as they travel across the country and participate in grueling events. The film draws comparisons between these 20th-century athletes and the true cowboys of the old American West, while focusing on two riders who are battling for the world championship: Larry Mahan, a seasoned veteran of the rodeo circuit, and Phil Lyne, a promising young rookie.
Director
Kieth Merrill
Producer
Kieth Merrill
Screenwriter
Douglas Kent Hall
Production Co
American National Enterprises
Rating
G
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 30m