“Ride” is a movie starring Helen Hunt, who plays a mother named Jackie. She comes from a family of cowboys and decides to take her son Angelo, who is on the autism spectrum, on a 1,000-mile horseback ride from Oregon to Santa Barbara. This trip becomes a journey of healing and self-discovery for both Jackie and Angelo as they face various challenges along the way.
The movie explores themes of parenthood, dealing with autism, and the bonds between a mother and her child. It follows their adventures as Jackie tries to connect with her son through their shared love of horses and riding. The movie was written and directed by Jaci Velasquez, a musician making her directorial debut. Reviews seem to focus on the emotional family drama and scenic views of the Western landscapes they travel through.
