The Last Ride
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Synopsis
A well-loved world-champion rodeo cowboy comes to terms with little time left to live from his terminal illness. Rather than waiting to die in the hospital, he convinces his grand-son, a rising, young rodeo cowboy, to break him out of the hospital for "one last ride" in the wilderness. With the love and support of his grandson, he hands him his trophy buckle, climbs on his horse, and is able to ride into the sunset to die the way he lived, with the utmost dignity.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Los Angeles International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bill Russ
- Screenplay & Story
- Bill Russ, Thomas F. Wilson
- Original Score
- James Semple
- Original Title
- The Last Ride
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 23m
- Production Studios
- University of Southern California, School of Cinematic Arts
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bill Russ
Bill Russ, Thomas F. Wilson
James Semple
Stephen P. Davis
Bill Russ, Todd R. Beveridge
Bill Russ
Department Leadership Roster
Bill Russ
Director
Bill Russ
Writer
Bill Russ
Producer
Bill Russ
Editor
Todd R. Beveridge
Editor
James Semple
Original Music Composer
Stephen P. Davis
Director of Photography
Thomas F. Wilson
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Last Ride
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What is The Last Ride about?
A well-loved world-champion rodeo cowboy comes to terms with little time left to live from his terminal illness. Rather than waiting to die in the hospital, he convinces his grand-son, a rising, young rodeo cowboy, to break him out of the hospital for "one last ride" in the wilderness. With the love and support of his grandson, he hands him his trophy buckle, climbs on his horse, and is able to ride into the sunset to die the way he lived, with the utmost dignity.
Who directed The Last Ride?
The Last Ride was directed by Bill Russ.
Who stars in The Last Ride?
The principal cast of The Last Ride includes Ben Johnson, Thomas F. Wilson.
When was The Last Ride released and how long is it?
The Last Ride was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 23m.
Who composed the musical score for The Last Ride?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Last Ride was composed by James Semple.