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Cowboy Poets
Cowboy Poets

Cowboy Poets

Genres

Documentary

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Since 1985, poets, songwriters and musicians have gathered at the Cowboy Poetry Gathering in Nevada.

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Budget

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Revenue

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

85 mins

Rating

7/10

Release Date

16 September 2022

Country

United Kingdom

Cast

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