Rodeo and Juliet
Rodeo and Juliet

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Rodeo and Juliet

2015
Movie
88 min
English

Juliet heads to her grandfather’s ranch with her mother for Christmas, where she meets a horse named Rodeo and young cowboy who change her life.

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IMDb4.4/10
Director: Charles N. CohenGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

In this modern twist on Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, a bull rider and a barrel racer from rival rodeo families fall in love. Their forbidden romance faces immense pressure from their feuding families and the competitive rodeo circuit. They must find a way to navigate their passion amidst the intense rivalries and traditions of their world.

Critical Reception

Rodeo and Juliet received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. While some appreciated the attempt at a unique setting for a classic story, many felt it failed to deliver a compelling romantic drama or a satisfying comedic experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • A clichéd retelling of a classic tragedy with little originality.

  • The rodeo setting offers a unique backdrop but doesn't elevate the familiar romance.

  • Lacks genuine emotional depth and compelling character development.

Google audience: Audience reception for Rodeo and Juliet is largely unavailable in publicly accessible aggregated reviews. Anecdotal feedback suggests viewers found it a light, albeit somewhat predictable, romantic comedy with a unique rodeo theme.

Fun Fact

The film was produced by Charles N. Cohen, who also wrote and directed it, marking his directorial debut in feature films.

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