What compels Chinese Chloe Zhao to make two consecutive films in South Dakota? She manages to make a compelling movie about something I would not generally care about, rodeo. She takes a very specific activity inspired by real life, and crafts a universal story about passion. It is a little slow to start but it is actually really well done, never being preachy exercising restraint. There are some gorgeous shots with a nice use of natural light. The last thirty minutes of the movie is beautiful, truly moving. She uses non-professional actors who literally play themselves to great effect.
