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Rodeo Dreams

Directed by Rhian Skirving, W.A.M. Bleakley
Australia
2026
93 mins

Synopsis

It’s one of the most dangerous sports on Earth, and it lasts only eight seconds. Follow four young Australian bull riders as they chase their dreams to win the prestigious Mount Isa Rodeo.

Bull riding is eight seconds of fast and furious tension – with the chance of a prize – preceded by months of determined graft.It’sa risky sport for youthful dreamers like Peter Jnr, living in remote Doomadgee with his ex-bull rider father; tenaciousCamicka, hustling on a feedlot; Mount Isa local favourite Donovan; and talented larrikin Darcy. Filmed over three years, this engrossing documentary captures the grit and determination of the four Queenslanders, with their stories accompanied by a soulful score from Sam Teskey (Teskey Brothers).

Tickets

Wed 10 June 2026, 6:30pm
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Event Cinemas George Street - Cinema 9
Assisted ListeningWheelchair
Fri 12 June 2026, 6pm
Dendy Newtown - Cinema 3
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