The Livingston Film Series and Montana Public Television are delighted to present a free screening of Jonnie. Jonnie Jonckowski’s obsession with becoming a champion bull rider defied gender stereotypes and resulted in life-threatening injuries. It also led to a life of astonishing triumph and heartbreak. Jonnie stitches together a woman’s intrepid pursuit of a world title in the 1980s with her dramatic present-day story: rescuing battered horses, battling natural disasters, and fiercely devoting herself to a community in need. With a graceful blend of archival and verité footage, dynamic interviews, and flashbacks brought to life through artful animation, the feature-length documentary explores the human need to find meaning in whatever we do.

There will be a Q&A with the film makers and Jonnie Jonckowski following the screening.

Admission is free. No reservations or tickets required.

The Livingston Film Series is generously sponsored by Donald B. Gimbel, Marilyn Clotz & Mary Ann Bearden, and Carol Lalani in Memory of Sal Lalani.