Free Screening and Discussion

Montana PBS Presents Jonnie

Montana PBS Presents Jonnie
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Join Montana PBS for a special screening of their brand-new documentary, Jonnie, about champion woman bull rider Jonnie Jonckowski.

Jonnie's obsession with becoming a champion bull rider defied gender stereotypes and resulted in life-threatening injuries. It also led to a life of astonishing triumph and heartbreak. Jonnie stitches together a woman’s intrepid pursuit of a world title in the 1980s with her dramatic present-day story: rescuing battered horses, battling natural disasters, and fiercely devoting herself to a community in need. With a graceful blend of archival and verité footage, dynamic interviews, and flashbacks brought to life through artful sketch animation, the feature-length documentary explores the human need to find meaning in whatever we do.

There will be a Q+A with Jonnie Jonckowski and Erika Share (Cinematographer, Editor, Creative Producer) following the screening.



Content Notice: This program contains material that parents or guardians may find unsuitable for younger children.
Director: Sabrina Lee
Producer: Sabrina Lee, Scott Sterling, Aaron Pruitt
Duration: 90 min
Released: 2026
Genre: Documentary

Free Screening and Discussion

Montana PBS Presents Jonnie

Showtimes

Wednesday, August 12th