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Deep Dive: Horse Wrangler (2018)

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Horse Wrangler
In 'Horse Wrangler', the suicide of Nando, a young horse wrangler from San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, deeply impacts his family and the local community. The film presents the emotional aftermath of his death through interviews with relatives and townspeople, capturing their grief and the identity struggles of the younger generation as they navigate modernization in their rural village. The film features two white horses cared for by Nando and his father, which serve as a symbol of Nando's spirit. As the village confronts the realities of loss and change, the connection to these horses reflects the broader themes of tradition and the impact of modern life on community identity.

Why Watch

  • •Meet the family of Nando in San Miguel de Allende.
  • •Find out how modernization affects rural communities.
  • •See the two white horses that symbolize Nando's spirit.

Did You Know

•Nando was a young horse wrangler from San Miguel de Allende, Mexico.
•The film has a duration of 62 minutes.
•It was directed by Juan Pablo González in 2018.
•The production involved collaboration between Mexico and the United States.

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Rural community storiesMental health discussionsEquestrian culture