Summaries

In 1872, Thomas flees home in search of a better life. His descendant Ferris struggles with addictions and heartbreak. Both face similar challenges across time, battling inner demons and losses in a western of self-discovery.

Nomad and Roadrunner is a modern western revolving around self-discovery, bloodlines, and the pursuit of happiness. In 1872 Thomas Wells (R.E. Kollman) runs away from home in pursuit of a greater life, at the same time Thomas's modern-day descendant, Ferris Wells (Matthew Dylan), is battling addiction, heartbreak, and a host of other issues. Thomas must battle misguided religious beliefs, alcoholism, loss of family, and self-loathing. Ferris' Grandfather (Gordon Rothwell) forces Ferris to move on in search of peace, but to find peace he must fight inner demons, hereditary alcoholism, heartbreak, and loss as well. With both storylines happening simultaneously, the audience sees the characters changes and discoveries happening in tandem. Director, R.E. Kollman, and Cinematographer, Matthew Dylan, draw on old western themes and imagery to bring about a coming of age story unlike any seen before. The journey of self-discovery can be brutal, but the end of the journey could uncover happiness and understanding.—Robert Elijah Kollman

Details

Genres
  • Drama
Release date Nov 5, 1975
Motion Picture Rating (MPA) M
Countries of origin United States
Language English
Filming locations Lubbock, Texas, USA

Box office

Budget $20000

Tech specs

Runtime 2h 23m
Color Color
Aspect ratio 2.39:1

Synopsis

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