Saddle up for a rebellious ride through freedom, feminism and the wild spirit of the West. This special event gathers a bold collection of films that lasso the myth of the cowboy and reclaim it with grit, grace and a distinctly female fire. 

Each story rides the line between myth and modernity, tracing how women carve out space in terrains they felt were never built for them. Whether it’s an intimate queer drama, an animated short, or an empowering documentary; this event celebrates those who refuse to be tamed. 

Not Her First Rodeo: because she’s been here before, and this time, she’s calling the shots. 

This programme is curated by  London College of Communication BA Film and Screen Studies Students (Ava, Elani, Maja, Charlie, Jess, Rosie). 

Cowgirl, dir. Chase Musslewhite, US 2023, 15 mins.

Gaucha, dir. Maeve Stam. Netherlands 2025, 20mins.

Spell of the West, dir. Sam Lane. US 2018,  7 mins.

Stud Country, dir. Alexandra Kern. US 2024, 11 mins.

White Horses, dir. Meg Wriggles, Scotland 2024, 18mins.

Join us from 6pm for a musical performance before the screening.

 

Content / Trigger Warnings: Contains themes of homophobia.

 

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