My Heroes Were Cowboys is a documentary film that follows the life of Robin Wiltshire, a man who found solace in Western films during a difficult childhood. Wiltshire grew up in a small village in England, where he faced abuse and neglect from his parents. However, he found an escape in the cowboys and their horses that he saw on television, and he dreamed of a life on the American frontier.
As an adult, Wiltshire moved to the United States and began working with horses. He eventually landed a job as a horse trainer for Hollywood films, working on movies such as Seabiscuit and Lord of the Rings. Wiltshire found fulfillment in his work, and he saw it as a way to bring his childhood dreams to life.
The film features interviews with Wiltshire, as well as his family, friends, and colleagues in the film industry. It also showcases scenes from his work on various film sets, including footage of him training horses and working with actors like Viggo Mortensen.
My Heroes Were Cowboys is a moving portrait of a man who found hope and healing through his love of horses and Western films. It celebrates the power of cinema to inspire and transform, and it highlights the importance of pursuing one's dreams in the face of adversity.