Even Cowgirls Get the Blues (1994): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
Even Cowgirls Get the Blues is a 1994 drama western directed by Gus Van Sant, starring Uma Thurman and Lorraine Bracco. It is based on Even Cowgirls Get the Blues by Tom Robbins. It earned $1.7 million worldwide. Critics gave it 17% on Rotten Tomatoes and 28 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Director
- Gus Van Sant
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English - Studio
- Fine Line Features
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Even Cowgirls Get the Blues About?
The premise of Even Cowgirls Get the Blues without spoilers, adapted from Even Cowgirls Get the Blues by Tom Robbins. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
This offbeat Western-romantic comedy follows Sissy Hankshaw, a free-spirited woman known for her distinctive, oversized thumbs, as she embarks on a journey of self-discovery. Becoming a hitchhiker, she encounters an unusual group of characters at the Rubber Rose ranch. Among them are the flamboyant Countess and the rebellious cowgirl Bonanza Jellybean, leading Sissy into a series of unexpected and quirky adventures.
Even Cowgirls Get the Blues Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- hare krishna
- reference to krishna the hindu deity
- woman with armpit hair
- band the musical group
- battle of the sexes scenario
- homosexual character
- gay character
- falling off a horse
- lesbian character
- romantic comedy
- quirky comedy
- ranch
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- cowgirl
- thumb
- peyote
- model
- hitchhiking
- crane the bird
- reference to river phoenix
- female protagonist
- voice over letter
- yoga
- women's rights
- widow
- whip
- voice over narration
- virginity
- van
- u.s. army
- truck
- tombstone
- threesome
- three sister falls oregon
- taxi
- tape recorder
- swimming pool
- surgery
- subjective camera
- student
- standoff
- squirrel
- song
- slingshot
- sitting on a toilet
- singing
- singer
- sideshow
- sheriff
- sex
- sense of smell
Even Cowgirls Get the Blues Cast
Uma Thurman leads the cast, with Lorraine Bracco. Directed by Gus Van Sant.
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Director Gus Van Sant
More from Gus Van Sant
More films directed by Gus Van Sant, best-rated first: Dead Man's Wire, To Die For, Good Will Hunting and Paranoid Park.
Even Cowgirls Get the Blues Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Even Cowgirls Get the Blues 17% on Rotten Tomatoes and 28 on Metacritic.
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Rotten Tomatoes 17% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 28%
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Metacritic 28 Metascore
User score 6.5
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TMDB 44% User score
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Even Cowgirls Get the Blues Plot Summary
What happens in Even Cowgirls Get the Blues from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In a society that not only embraces but thrives on individuality, Sissy Hankshaw embarks on a remarkable journey fueled by her distinct physical trait—her notably large thumbs. Embracing what many would consider an imperfection, she transforms it into an asset, hitchhiking across the vibrant landscape of America. This adventurous spirit leads her to the eclectic culture of New York City, where she encounters The Countess, a flamboyant mogul who sees immense potential in Sissy. Enthralled by her unique charm, The Countess invites Sissy to model for a line of feminine hygiene products tailored for the LGBTQ+ community.
Full summary
The whole story of Even Cowgirls Get the Blues, scene by scene
Even Cowgirls Get the Blues Box Office
Even Cowgirls Get the Blues grossed $1.7 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$1.7M
- US & Canada
- $1.7M
Even Cowgirls Get the Blues Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Even Cowgirls Get the Blues.
How Well Do You Know Even Cowgirls Get the Blues?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What unique physical feature does Sissy Hankshaw possess?
Cars in Even Cowgirls Get the Blues
26 cars on screen, including the 1954 Chevrolet Advance-Design 3600 and the 1964 Lincoln Continental.
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1965 Cadillac Calais Minor role -
1980 Checker Taxicab Minor role
Even Cowgirls Get the Blues Also Known As
16 alternative titles, including “Las mujeres también se ponen tristes” and “Même les cowgirls ont du vague à l'âme”.
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- Las mujeres también se ponen tristes
- Même les cowgirls ont du vague à l'âme
- I na kovbojky občas padne smutek
- Cowgirl - Il nuovo sesso
- Même les cow-girls ont du vague à l'âme
- Ellas también se deprimen
- Até as Vaqueiras Ficam Tristes
- Néha a csajok is úgy vannak vele
- Дори каубойките танцуват блус
- Ακόμα και οι καουμπόισσες μελαγχολούν
- Elles també es deprimeixen
- גם לבוקרות יש רגעים קודרים
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- Навіть дівчата-ковбої іноді сумують
- I kowbojki mogą marzyć
- Chiar și văcărițele se întristează
- Даже девушки-ковбои иногда грустят
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Even Cowgirls Get the Blues FAQ: Cast & Box Office
Release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, the book behind it and post-credit scenes of Even Cowgirls Get the Blues, each answered in a sentence.
When was Even Cowgirls Get the Blues released?
Even Cowgirls Get the Blues was released on May 24, 1994.
Who directed Even Cowgirls Get the Blues?
Even Cowgirls Get the Blues was directed by Gus Van Sant.
More films by Gus Van Sant Who is in the cast of Even Cowgirls Get the Blues?
Even Cowgirls Get the Blues stars Uma Thurman and Lorraine Bracco.
How much did Even Cowgirls Get the Blues make at the box office?
Even Cowgirls Get the Blues grossed $1.7 million worldwide.
How is Even Cowgirls Get the Blues rated?
Even Cowgirls Get the Blues has 17% on Rotten Tomatoes, 28 on Metacritic and 44% on TMDB.
Is Even Cowgirls Get the Blues based on a book?
Yes. Even Cowgirls Get the Blues is adapted from Even Cowgirls Get the Blues by Tom Robbins.
Does Even Cowgirls Get the Blues have a post-credit scene?
No. Even Cowgirls Get the Blues has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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