Robert Mims, the Texan Bull Rider

In this new film, three-times senior world champion bull rider (an activity that needs no further description) Robert Mims introduces British filmmaker Doug Hancock to the close-knit world of a traditional rodeo community. This lyrical portrait of the rituals and rhythms that underpin the cowboy way of life was shot on location amid the dry heat and picturesque landscapes of Texas and Utah, setting the scene for an exhilarating picture of a traditional sport that, in 2018, is still finding ways to keep up with the times. Speaking of his often hair-raising study of the riders, animals, and traditions that define the bull-riding world, Hancock explains: “What I wanted to make was a film that dispelled the myth that all cowboys are white. I don’t think anyone could fail to be inspired by Robert’s wisdom, wit, and sheer love of life.”
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[@danielbailey809]

I thank you for your time and consideration of being a true cowboy. Wish we all could understand how you would. I've been riding horses all my life and never got into bull riding. But I totally can relate to the story you have in the short time I've had on this Earth. God bless you and best of wishes to you and your family

[@perrysmith6872]

Great video ! Yes one has to Cowboy Up no matter what u do .Its all n ur heart ! I've worked logging with a broken arm and leg, could only run skidder with a cast on my leg . My mother would always tell me I'd better not b breaking bones because I'd pay for it later . Man was she ever right, I'd always tell her I didn't do it on purpose, then I'd get the look . Yes having to much fun has its price ! I'm on the back side of fifty now and fill every aching bone when the barometric pressure rises or falls fast ! Thank u for the video ! I've rode horses alot n plan on buying a couple soon .Patriot Perry .

[@andrewkigen]

This is beautiful! Thanks for this!

[@teresamurray250]

Beautiful story!

[@israelsalazar481]

Id give you a million likes buddy these are stories i like to hear from child hood 🙏👌

[@Hey_its_Koda]

Vaqueros were the first cowboys after the spanish conquistadors brought horse from Spain. When the men from the east coast first came to the west they wore bowler hats and met the vaqueros. Thats how cowboys started.

[@lskiller1903]

Ponce de Leon brought the first cattle to the East Coast in Florida in 1521.

[@craigmerkey8518]

the only thing I can say is stunning!

[@jasonnester9514]

Seems like a solid genuine man

[@KMims747]

Thanks for posting.

[@CajunA79]

Great video! Bless these cowboys!

[@carlinbegay9928]

Hi

[@tudyk21]

Great video and story. Thanks

[@derikmelson3395]

Lots of men like him in Oklahoma East Texas Louisiana and the deep south

[@johndavis4082]

There's lots of men like him all over this land of the free home of the brave

[@MountainMarker]

Bull riding is the one thing I’ve always wanted to do but it’s pretty much impossible for me to start, at least any time soon

[@evamz9584]

Why not? Isn’t it better to learn young?

[@tudyk21]

The only person stopping you is you.

[@danacampbell769]

Boudreaux Campbell respects you.. he in the PBR NFR

[@EverythingJayB]

I love this...makes me think of my grandpa Larry.....

[@mikee3261]

Jay Burton-Reed shoutout to him

[@GunsandGearNetwork]

WTF happened at 5:30? That was nuts.

[@dannyphelps9009]

One hell of a ride

[@robertbachelor6993]

They rubbed against you for luck.im from georgia,so I know.i met Myrtis at the cowpalace.one of the best.

[@tudyk21]

Myrtis Dightman.

[@tallesfrancisco7715]

Cowboy Forever 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@argerinejordan4703]

A real cowboy!❤❤❤❤💋

[@MrRyanmcmahon]

Bad ass

[@MarcoAntonio-xp4mx]

O maravilhoso e encantador sonho do oeste...💚💛

[@tallesfrancisco7715]

Sorte grande cowboy tales minas gerais Brasil

[@jfruit100]

love this video where is Robert from

[@anag6305]

I think is from texas because in the title says a texas Cowboy

[@davidwilson6706]

👍 good job cowboy!

[@javierdeleon1259]

I remember you at mutt's place in Dayton remember Gary Richard we rode bull's there

[@ikiaku7707]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@quintinjamerson9944]

This is so cool... hell mike king bucking bulls and rodeo is right dow the road from my ranch...lmao every Sunday they buckem... hell I used to ride bulls but what they dont tell you is them fucking cows got way more go... been on tons of cows that bucked as hard and harder than the average bull

[@thenbenagcz3931]

God have us bulls not to ride them but to have more cows 😉