On Swift Horses

Directed by Daniel Minahan

Muriel and her husband Lee are about to begin a bright new life, which is upended by the arrival of Lee's brother. Muriel embarks on a secret life, gambling on racehorses and discovering a love she never thought possible.
Based on the novel On Swift Horses by Shannon Pufahl. Buy the book on Amazon.
On Swift Horses is a lush, emotionally charged period drama about desire, secrecy and lives constrained by mid-century expectations. Daniel Minahan gives the film an elegant visual sweep, while its gay storylines add a layer of hidden longing beneath the wider romantic drama.

On Swift Horses

Directed by Daniel Minahan

Muriel and her husband Lee are about to begin a bright new life, which is upended by the arrival of Lee's brother. Muriel embarks on a secret life, gambling on racehorses and discovering a love she never thought possible.
Based on the novel On Swift Horses by Shannon Pufahl. Buy the book on Amazon.

Where to Watch

Collections

Tags

Our Review

On Swift Horses is a lush, emotionally charged period drama about desire, secrecy and lives constrained by mid-century expectations. Daniel Minahan gives the film an elegant visual sweep, while its gay storylines add a layer of hidden longing beneath the wider romantic drama.