Rodeo
"A view of the 1968 National Rodeo Finals in Oklahoma City."
Originally released in 1969. Rodeo is a documentary/action film. directed by Carroll Ballard. At just 20 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Larry Mahan and Freckles Brown
Synopsis
Shot in four days during the 1968 National Rodeo Finals in Oklahoma City, this lyrical documentary takes you inside the arena atop a 2800 lb bull. Watch Freckles Brown, a legendary cowboy, conferring with a young Larry Mahan, the previous year's champion and see crowd favorite Myrtis Dightman trying to hold his own in a dramatic ride. "Rodeo" shows the classic struggle of man against beast, a matter of life and death. Dick Rosmini's hypnotizing folk-fusion soundtrack and an intricate sound mix add to the climatic result.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 10, 1969
56 years ago
Runtime
0h 20m
20 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (7 votes)
Budget
$20K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $20,000
Production Companies
- Concepts Unlimited
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rodeo about?
Shot in four days during the 1968 National Rodeo Finals in Oklahoma City, this lyrical documentary takes you inside the arena atop a 2800 lb bull. Watch Freckles Brown, a legendary cowboy, conferri...
Who directed Rodeo?
Rodeo was directed by Carroll Ballard.
How long is Rodeo?
Rodeo has a runtime of 0 hours and 20 minutes (20 minutes total).
When was Rodeo released?
Rodeo was released on July 10, 1969 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Rodeo?
The main cast of Rodeo includes Larry Mahan, Freckles Brown.