The Electric Horseman
A former champion rodeo rider is reduced to using his saddle skills to promote a breakfast cereal in a gaudy Las Vegas show. When he's asked to perform with a $12 million horse, he discovers it is being doped to remain docile. He flees into the desert astride the beast in an act of defiance. A story-hungry female reporter gives chase.
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Plot Summary
A disillusioned former rodeo champion, now a spokesperson for a large corporation's breakfast cereal, absconds with a genetically engineered racehorse he believes is being exploited. He becomes a fugitive, pursued by the corporation and the media, with a determined TV reporter hot on his trail. Their journey across the American West becomes a quest for freedom and a critique of corporate greed and superficiality.
Critical Reception
The Electric Horseman was met with generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its blend of comedy, drama, and social commentary, as well as the performances of its lead actors. Audiences also responded well to its charming premise and picturesque scenery.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its engaging chemistry between Redford and Fonda.
- Appreciated for its lighthearted yet relevant critique of corporate excess.
- Noted for its beautiful cinematography capturing the American West.
Google audience: Audiences found the film to be an enjoyable and charming adventure with strong performances, particularly from Robert Redford and Jane Fonda. Many appreciated the movie's message about individuality versus corporate control and enjoyed the scenic journey.
Awards & Accolades
None notable.
Fun Fact
The film was originally conceived as a vehicle for Gene Hackman and Candice Bergen, but they both dropped out, leading to the casting of Robert Redford and Jane Fonda.
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