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A Cowboy Invited me to Watch Him Bull Ride
Synopsis
Years of genetic selection have created The American Bucking Bull, an elite breed designed solely for their athletic prowess and desire to buck. The actions of bull and cowboy are cut to the rhythm of the Star Spangled Banner creating a subtle subversion of the concept of the American hero.
Project Background
Launched in 2011 Random Acts is a short-form daily arts strand on Channel 4, aimed at supporting and providing a platform for risk-taking and innovative arts content from both established artists and emerging talent. With an emphasis on television as art, rather than about art, Random Acts programmes content including, but not restricted to, spoken word, dance, animation, video art and music.
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Key Information
Film
A Cowboy Invited me to Watch Him Bull Ride
Artist
Roz Mortimer
Project
Random Acts
Year Completed
2011
Duration
3'20"
