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Based on actual events of the early twentieth century, the story concerns a grueling 700-mile cross-country horse race in 1906 and the way it affects the lives of its various participants.

The colorful contestants include two former Rough Riders (Hackman and Coburn) who can't let friendship come between them if they intend to win, a lady of little virtue (Bergen) with an ulterior mo... read more

Untamed, unsatisfied Brooks, experimenting with edition, changes of mood and textures, choral protagonism. Bergen and the twist of she racing to free her lover, reinforces the rare romanticism of the story, Johnson's death is superb, and the sweat of horses, a first...

Description: Richard Brooks (The Professionals, Lord Jim, In Cold Blood) has conceived and directed a highly stylized western about a 700 mile endurance horse race that takes place in America circa 1906. The movie has all the forward energy, robust sweep, and character colorations of the West itself. The viewer is caught up immediately in the pre-race excitement, the hoopla surrounding the event and the initial curiosity about the rivals in the competition. The race itself — shot in Nevada, Colorado, and New Mexico — treats us to majestic and awesome images of mountains, deserts, and green valleys. The terrain is as varied and interestin Richard Brooks (The Professionals, Lord Jim, In Cold Blood) has conceived and directed a highly stylized western about a 700 mile endurance horse race that takes place in America circa 1906. The movie has all the forward energy, robust sweep, and character colorations of the West itself. The viewer is caught up immediately in the pre-race excitement, the hoopla surrounding the event and the initial curiosity about the rivals in the competition. The race itself — shot in Nevada, Colorado, and New Mexico — treats us to majestic and awesome images of mountains, deserts, and green valleys. The terrain is as varied and interesting as the characters. ... (more) (less)