The hope and determination of modern-day American Indian life is revealed in this film about what it takes to win one of the most exciting and perilous forms of horse racing practiced anywhere in the world today. Featuring remarkable high-speed cinematography, Indian Relay follows three teams from different American Indian communities as they prepare for and compete in a grueling season.
The Briscoe Western Art Museum’s Native Film Series showcases a selection of unique films that feature original and diverse indigenous stories. Guests will get a deeper look into life in the Southwest in conjunction with our latest exhibit Storytellers: Narrative Art & the West.
All films were directed, written, produced by, and/or star Native Americans.
This film is part of a series curated by Matthew Davila, a proud member of the Standing Rock Lakota Sioux Tribe. Matthew will offer a brief presentation before each film, providing insights into the significance of the stories being told and their cultural impact.
Thanks to the generous donation of Matthew Davila, curator of the Native American Film Series, we’re able to offer free admission to the remaining films.
