In a dusty corner of the United States, a worn-out, retired cowboy finds himself trapped in a directionless life. After an accident, this man of indomitable spirit is forced to confront his past and the passion that once defined him. His path crosses with that of a young and ambitious rider, filled with dreams of greatness and glory in the world of rodeo competitions.
Hoping to revive his days of glory, the cowboy becomes a mentor to this young man, teaching him the ins and outs of life on the plains and the dangers of the rodeo circus. However, the story complicates when the cowboy is drawn to the young man's wife, a woman seeking the thrill and adventure that have been absent from her life. As this complex relationship develops, jealousy and rivalry begin to cloud the atmosphere.
The cowboy faces his own demons while encouraging the young man to risk it all in the rodeo, an experience that could catapult him to fame or lead to a devastating fall. In a world where pride and freedom are paramount, the decisions made by the characters affect not only their individual destinies but also that of those around them. In the end, they must all confront what it truly means to pursue their dreams and the consequences of their choices.