Cowboy Up (2000)

User Rating:

5.7/10   

Director:

Xavier Koller

Writer (WGA):

James Redford (written by)

Release Date:

29 September 2000 (USA)

Genre:

Drama | Romance | Western

Tagline:

Think of it as a freight train with horns.

Plot:

Two bull-riding brothers work the professional rodeo circuit. |

Plot Keywords:

Bull Riding | Rodeo | Ranch | Rural | Horse Riding

Cast

Kiefer Sutherland	...	Hank Braxton
Marcus Thomas	...	Ely Braxton
Daryl Hannah	...	Celia Jones
Melinda Dillon	...	Rose Braxton
Molly Ringwald	...	Connie
Russell Means	...	Joe
Anthony Lucero	...	Jed
Bo Hopkins	...	Ray Drupp
Pete Postlethwaite	...	Reid Braxton
Timothy Daly	...	Young Ely
Julian Daly	...	Young Hank
Al Corley	...	Dr. Fremont
Georgina Lightning	...	Brenda
Nataanii Nez Means	...	Troy
Robert Miranda	...	Eddie (as Robert G. Miranda)

Also Known As:

Hearts and Bones (USA) (working title)
Ring of Fire

MPAA:

Rated PG-13 for language, a scene of sensuality, and brief violence.

Runtime:

USA:105 min

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Certification:

Iceland:12 | Germany:12 | USA:PG-13 | Australia:M

Filming Locations:

Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

Company:

Code Entertainment

Trivia:

The movie was suppose to be released in 2000, then in early 2001. Eventually, it went straight to video.

Movie Connections:

References Goldfinger (1964)

Excellent film

I have seen this film an actually own the DVD version. It is not only exceptional in its storyline, but the acting ability of the characters completely hits the mark. They come together like they have been working together forever. The film teaches a valuable lesson if you are paying attention and has everything an inspiring film should have, including an emotional pull that will affect even the most hardened heart. Don't miss the opportunity to see this film. If you liked 8 Seconds with Luke Perry, you don't want to miss Cowboy Up with it's all star cast led by Keifer Sutherland! Keifer Sutherland delivers in nearly everything I have seen him in, but this performance set a new high in his career. It is my opinion that all actors have that defining role, where they make a change from the typical characters they play, to the most meaningful performance of their lives, and for Keifer Sutherland, this is it. He completes his character perfectly, and I could not imagine any other actor doing this role justice. Molly Ringwald gives a stellar performance in a supporting role. I actually like the character she plays as an opposite of her status quo. I have been a fan of Molly Ringwald since PK & the Kid, I know, I'm telling my age, but she has grown with every film. It is nice to see her pull away from that stereo-typical Pretty in Pink and Sixteen Candles, although fine films for what they are, this is a great breakaway role for her. Cowboy up brings all of the elements together to deliver a one of a kind film that holds a powerful message of family and loyalty, love and forgiveness. This is not one of those slow starters that takes a while to get into, it grabs you from the start and holds you till the final credits, but keeps you thinking for days.