Spirit Riders is a 2015 family movie with a duration of 92 minutes, exploring themes of rebellion, guilt, anger, and the transformative power of connection with nature. It tells the story of a rebellious teenager, played by Allie Deberry, who forms a bond with a horse while attending an equine therapy camp. The film was directed by Brian T. Jaynes, and stars Jennifer Davidson, Maddy Davidson, and Kim Jackson Davis. This article delves into where the film was shot, the dates of filming, and other intriguing information about the movie’s making process.
Where it Filmed?
The movie was filmed in Winnsboro, Texas, USA, with filming dates spanning from August to September 2014. The picturesque landscapes of Winnsboro form a significant backdrop for this family movie, enriching the storytelling and overall audience experience.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Jennifer Davidson | Extra |
| Maddy Davidson | Ranch Attendee |
| Laura Evans | Horse Handler |
| Lance Henriksen | Rex |
| Carol Hickey | Neil |
| C. Thomas Howell | Keith |
| Tristin Koppie | Kacie’s Little Brother |
| Quinn Leifur | Mike |
| Jordan LeuVoy | Cal |
| Craig Nigh | Lawyer |
| Olivia Osteen | Claire |
| Vernon Reeves | Judge Norris |
| Amber Saxon | speaking role / Camp Counselor |
| Barrett Tillema | Courtroom extra (creditOnly) |
| Dillon Tillema | Courtroom extra (creditOnly) |
| Pete Tillema | Courtroom extra (creditOnly) |
| Tiffany Tillema | Courtroom extra (creditOnly) |
Trivia and Facts
From the casting to the movie’s production, multiple contributors helped to bring the Spirit Riders to the screen. The movie’s lead script was written by David Wilson. In the film, Allie Deberry’s character, Kacie, finds a kindred spirit in a horse named Blaze. Renowned actor Lance Henriksen plays Rex, the no-nonsense owner of the therapy ranch, while the rest of the cast includes both lead and extra roles to depict a realistic and diverse therapy setting. C. Thomas Howell, Brian T. Jaynes, C. Michael Jaynes, Jerry Oliver, and Nicholle Walton-Durban under Edgen Films produced the movie. The distribution was handed by 4Digital Media for the United Kingdom, Entertainment One for Canada, and other distributors for Germany, the Netherlands, and worldwide.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Winnsboro, Texas, USA
- Latitude: 32.9573449
- Longitude: -95.29022239999999
- Place ID: ChIJ-_pjKob2SYYR_5jI8Kz1ZUQ
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Winnsboro, TX 75494, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
