A Tribute to the Writer of Junior Bonner
Jeb Rosebrook, acclaimed screenwriter and cherished friend and mentor, passed away on August 31, 2018, in Scottsdale, Arizona. His legacy lives on through his influential body of work, including the 1972 rodeo classic Junior Bonner.
This tribute video was produced by Keith Woods of KB Woods Public Relations and Handstage. It was created as a short feature for the Blu-ray release of Junior Bonner. The film, written by Rosebrook, starred Steve McQueen, Robert Preston, Ida Lupino, and Joe Don Baker. It was directed by legendary filmmaker Sam Peckinpah.
Set and filmed in Prescott, Arizona, Junior Bonner remains a landmark in Western cinema. It is celebrated for its nuanced storytelling, strong performances, and authentic depiction of rodeo life. Jeb’s writing captured the spirit of the American West with rare emotional depth. This video serves as a tribute to his lasting contribution to film and storytelling.
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