by Mark Deming
synopsis
John Cusack plays Myrl Redding, a horse trader who locks horns with a rancher who has callously mistreated two of his horses, as well as their handler, a Crow Indian. When the law gives Myrl no justice, he is forced to take matters into his own hands, leading to a cycle of violence and chaos. The Jack Bull was written by Cusack's father, Dick, who also plays a small part as the jury foreman in the film.
characteristics
- Native-American
- Stallion
- Vigilantes
- Horse
- Mustang
- Indian
- Justice
- Ranch
- Law