Even Cowgirls Get the Blues 1994

In a world where uniqueness is not only celebrated but also capitalized upon, Sissy Hankshaw (played by…) makes a name for herself with an extraordinary physical feature - her unusually large thumbs. Embracing this perceived “defect” as a gift, she embarks on a life of adventure, utilizing her remarkable digits to hitchhike across the country and eventually finding herself in the midst of New York City’s vibrant culture scene. It is here that she crosses paths with The Countess, a flamboyant entrepreneur who recognizes Sissy’s potential and invites her to model for his line of feminine hygiene products catering specifically to the LGBTQ+ community.

As Sissy navigates this new world of glamour and self-expression, she finds herself drawn to the allure of the American West. Her travels eventually lead her to the Rubber Rose Ranch, a sprawling property owned by The Countess and run by a group of spirited cowgirls. It is here that Sissy becomes entangled in a complex web of drama and activism as the ranch’s inhabitants take matters into their own hands to protect a sanctuary of endangered whooping cranes.

The cranes, once renowned for their majestic migrations, are now unwittingly trapped on the ranch after being drugged by the cowgirls. The government agencies responsible for their conservation take notice of this predicament and dispatch officials to the ranch in an attempt to relocate the birds. However, the fiercely independent cowgirls, led by the enigmatic Bonanza Jellybean (played by…), refuse to relinquish control over the cranes, sparking a tense standoff between the two factions.

As tensions escalate and a violent confrontation looms on the horizon, Sissy finds herself torn between her loyalty to the ranch’s inhabitants and her growing affection for its leader. The fate of the whooping cranes hangs precariously in the balance as the various parties involved engage in a desperate bid to outmaneuver one another.

In the aftermath of a fatal shootout, the cranes finally take flight once more, leaving behind a transformed landscape and a new order at the Rubber Rose Ranch. As Sissy assumes leadership of the ranch, she must navigate the complexities of her newfound role while grappling with the consequences of her brief romance with Bonanza Jellybean, forever changing the trajectory of her life in the process.