The Last Rodeo

This one tugs right on the old heartstrings. A docudrama about a retired bull rider who ends up with a family crisis that pushes him to ride again, I wasn't sure what to expect going into it, but got plenty out of it. I'm not much of a rodeo fan, but I was fully invested and equally nervous and cheering every time he sat on a bull. Produced by Angel Studios, whose goal is to include some religious faith and wholesome moral values in every film they release, this movie is inspiring and uplifting in a way that doesn't require much effort on the part of the audience, but just flows along naturally. Very good.

There's so much to love about this. It's the story of a retired injured bull rider regaining his confidence, heart and soul when his grandson has a medical condition that insurance doesn't cover. It shows how to re-find ourselves we must make amends with the past. It moves fast, stays on point and doesn't gloss over tough issues. Watching the characters go through their darkness and pain can help anyone watching let go of their past in great ways. Exciting and upbeat. Loved the rodeo action and the riders. One of my favorite things: that our faith in God starts with/requires us to have faith in ourselves.

The Last Rodeo is the kind of movie you've probably seen many times before, but it hits almost all the right notes and succeeds in providing a good story with emotion. There are three big things The Last Rodeo has going for it:

1 Neal McDonough. He's immensely likable and although his character is a man of few words, what he does say is important.

2) Faith-based movies often "shoehorn" in the gospel message, but The Last Rodeo incorporates faith in an organic manner. It's part of the story and feels natural. It also helps propel the story into a more emotional state without being cloying.

3) The rodeo scenes are well done and actually build suspense. With each ride the stakes are raised, and to the movie's credit it doesn't tip its hand. We never know who's going to win - and who may not survive.

The Last Rodeo is a well made movie with a positive message. There are a lot worse ways to spend a couple hours.

I loved the message and the story. Personal and family commitment is alive and well in real life. This is an exemplary example of what America is like.

It has passion, drive and a reference ro the almighty that guides our daily lives. A great family film that all will appreciate.

The actors are deeply involved in the story and it shows. Great action. Sequences, good sets and locations all top notch.

I particularly liked story set in rural America, but it could apply anywhere. A lot of love an drive was displayed in the film. Angel Studios is the rising star and one to watch. Their films have been very inspiring.

I loved this movie!!

I was expecting this movie to be pretty good, but it far exceeded my expectations. I really appreciated discovering the dynamics of each of the main characters relationships.

The main 3 characters in the movie were strong actors and I was impressed with the way they made me believe the story. I got emotional a few times with the story, writing, and acting, but enjoyed some laughter as well.

This is such an entertaining and heartwarming story of forgiveness, sacrifice, friendship and love, with just enough action.

It is a perfect movie for a date night, a friends night out, or for the whole family!