US EditionJordan Peele’s ‘High Horse: The Black Cowboy’ Doc Sheds Light on an Erased Part of History
The series uses archival footage and interviews to expose systemic racism and land ownership struggles while celebrating Black cowboys' cultural legacy in the American West.
- On Thursday, Nov. 20 the three-part documentary High Horse: The Black Cowboy premiered exclusively on Peacock, executive produced by Jordan Peele and Monkeypaw Productions, directed by Jason Perez.
- Creators framed the series to confront historical erasure and reclaim the Wild West narrative by investigating what happened to Black cowboys and building fuller historical context.
- Using archival footage and photos, the series provides context on early Black cowboys' lives, with Raphael Saadiq composing the score and Pam Grier, Tina Knowles, Rick Ross, and Bun B appearing.
- Arriving amid the nation's current political flashpoints, producers and participants say the documentary seeks to reshape public understanding and `And that benefits all Americans.`
- Arriving amid pop-cultural attention, the series taps into recent cowboy-themed moments including Beyoncé's `Cowboy Carter` and hip-hop duo UGK shown on horseback, challenging stereotypes.
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Jordan Peele’s ‘High Horse: The Black Cowboy’ doc sheds light on an erased part of history
Texas-bred hip-hop duo UGK glared confidently into the camera atop stallions in the music video for their fan-favorite song “Wood Wheel.” The visuals reflected the expertise of the…
Jordan Peele’s ‘High Horse: The Black Cowboy’ doc sheds light on an erased part of history
This image released by Peacock shows filmmaker Jordan Peele from the documentary “High Horse: The Black Cowboy.” (Troy Harvey/Peacock via AP) By Gary Gerard Hamilton Associated Press NEW YORK — Texas-bred hip-hop duo UGK glared confidently into the camera atop stallions in the music video for their fan-favorite song “Wood Wheel.” The visuals reflected the expertise of the legendary Houston-area music act: blending tales of big city hustling with…
Jordan Peele’s ‘High Horse: The Black Cowboy’ doc sheds light on an erased part of history
“High Horse: The Black Cowboy,” a new docuseries executive produced by Jordan Peele and his Monkeypaw Productions that is now streaming on Peacock, highlights who it says are the first American cowboys – Black men. Directed by Jason Perez, the…
Jordan Peele’s ‘High Horse: The Black Cowboy’ doc sheds light on an erased part of history
“High Horse: The Black Cowboy,” a new docuseries executive produced by Jordan Peele and his Monkeypaw Productions that is now streaming on Peacock, highlights who it says are the first American cowboys – Black men. Directed by Jason Perez, the…
Jordan Peele’s ‘High Horse: The Black Cowboy’ doc sheds light on an erased part of history
“High Horse: The Black Cowboy,” a new docuseries executive produced by Jordan Peele and his Monkeypaw Productions that is now streaming on Peacock, highlights who it says are the first American cowboys – Black men. Directed by Jason Perez, the…
Jordan Peele’s ‘High Horse: The Black Cowboy’ doc sheds light on an erased part of history
“High Horse: The Black Cowboy,” a new docuseries executive produced by Jordan Peele and his Monkeypaw Productions that is now streaming on Peacock, highlights who it says are the first American cowboys – Black men. Directed by Jason Perez, the…
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