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Rodeo

A view of the 1968 National Rodeo Finals in Oklahoma City.

6.1/ 10IMDb6.97
196920mNR

Overview

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.

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Producer
Gaby Monet
Production
Concepts Unlimited

Frequently asked questions

What is Rodeo rated?

Rodeo has an audience rating of 6.1 out of 10 from 7 votes.

Who directed Rodeo?

Rodeo was directed by Carroll Ballard.

When was Rodeo released?

Rodeo was released in 1969.