How the West Was One

An exploration of American identity.

2024•1h 30m

WesternDocumentary

In a contemporary reimagining of the American West, three young women - a snake hunter, a New York artist, and a rodeo queen - challenge the idea of who is permitted to be a cowgirl.

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Production

Desperada Films

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Status

Released

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Where to Watch

Region US · Lang EN

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Cast

Morgan Laughlin

Self - Participant

Annie Bercy

Self - Participant

Elle Barbeito

Self - Participant

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