Ten years in the making, "Ridin' for the Brand," by Stephanie Alton, has earned its place amongst the most compelling, important, and gorgeous documentaries about ranching in Montana. If you've ever wondered what it took to put that steak on your plate, or that sheepskin jacket on your back, all the heart-warming heart-breaking details are caught in this film. As Jim Harrison says, "Loved your movie. It's the best film I've ever seen on the new West, which in terms of ranchers and cowboys, is the same as it ever was. The film is utterly genuine." --Jim Harrison

Screening of the documentary at The Emerson Center 7:00 p.m. Jan. 15 Tickets $7.00 sold the door or at Cactus Records.

Sponsored by Montana Stockgrowers, Montana Land Reliance, Western Sustainability and Hardin Land and Cattle Company.