Buckle Brothers

In South Central Los Angeles, the spirit of the old west is alive and well, as filmmaker Marquette Williams vividly portrays the vibrant and dynamic urban subculture that might catch some by surprise. While “Urban Cowboy” is known as a film featuring John Travolta, just beyond Compton, it represents a genuine way of life. Typically, horseback riding and rodeos are linked with rural ranches and expansive landscapes, but four young urban cowboys are challenging these stereotypes, redefining what it means to be a roughrider. At twenty-three, Lil Ron, along with eighteen-year-olds Yah-Ya, Mike, and Jazmine, are discovering the skills needed to succeed in the rodeo scene, with Lil Ron ambitiously aiming for the Rookie of the Year title. Join these four trailblazers as they strive to harmonize the grit of city life with the tenacity of the wild west.