The true story of legendary Bill Pickett, a Black Cowboy who invented the technique of bulldogging and was featured in the Wild West Shows.
BRIEF SYNOPSIS:
VESTER PEGG, a white cowboy tells his story to a young writer about the legendary rodeo black cowboy BILL PICKETT, aka Dusky Demon. Bill invented the technique of bulldogging that became well celebrated. Famous for his ability to bring down and wrestle a bull with his hands and teeth, Bill, is featured in the 101 Wild West shows of the early 1900’s.
Reporter JOHN HOWE interviews Bill, as Bill makes an impression on John’s young son, ROBERT HOWE.
Drawn to the rodeo and the Wild West performances, Bill finds himself on the road, separated from his wife, MAGGIE, and their nine children. However,
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None of the doctors can figure out the reason for his sudden blindness. Several years pass by when one day he suddenly begins to see again.
JOE MILLER, manager of the Wild West shows, takes his show to Mexico. In Mexico, the Mexican authorities confront Joe about the fines he has incurred. They also demand to see Dusky Demon, as advertised. Joe knows the only way to save his show is to come up with a big idea.
Back at home, Bill dreams about a fierce battle with a bull that gives him an uneasy feeling. A cowboy contacts Bill. They need him in Mexico. Bill agrees to go.
In Mexico, Joe makes a deal with the bullfighting officials. He claims that Bill can stay on a bull and in the ring with their toughest bull. When Bill arrives and learns about the wager, he agrees to it.
The publicity draws a large crowd, but some protest against the show. The governor announces that Bill is not to perform, but Joe manipulates the situation and the show is continued.
Bill, with his trusted horse, faces the bull. It’s a wild ride. The crowd expects Bill’s death, but he lives up to his name and reputation. Bill and his horse are both wounded, but they survive winning the
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