The American Southwest(2025)
A River Ran Through It
The American Southwest Synopsis
The American Southwest is a feature length blue chip natural history film narrated by indigenous environmentalist Quannah Chasinghorse. The movie journeys down the mighty Colorado River, examining the astonishing beauty and biodiversity of the region, while confronting the environmental destruction from dams and the perilous fate of the river. The story is told through never-before-seen wildlife sequences such as beavers building wetlands, condors recovering from the brink, and the potential return of Jaguars to American soil. The film beautifully advocates for better management of the river and increased wildlife conservation efforts in the iconic landscapes of The American Southwest.
The American Southwest (2025) is a documentary film directed by Ben Masters, released on September 5, 2025 with a runtime of 1h 47m. It stars Quannah Chasinghorse. Viewers rate it 9.0 out of 10 across 1 ratings.
- Director:
- Ben Masters
- Writers:
- Ben Masters
- Producers:
- Katy Baldock, Len Necefer, Ryan Olinger
- Cinematographer:
- Austin Alvarado
- Production:
- Fin & Fur Films
- Status:
- Released
The American Southwest (2025) Trailer
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The American Southwest Cast & Crew
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Directed by Ben Masters, written by Ben Masters, produced by Katy Baldock, Len Necefer and Ryan Olinger.
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The American Southwest Reviews & Ratings
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The American Southwest – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The American Southwest online?
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The American Southwest (2025) is available to stream on YouTube TV, and to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in The American Southwest?
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The main cast of The American Southwest (2025) includes Quannah Chasinghorse. The film was directed by Ben Masters. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The American Southwest released?
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The American Southwest was released on September 5, 2025 and runs for 1h 47m.
Is The American Southwest worth watching?
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The American Southwest (2025) holds an average rating of 9.0 out of 10 from 1 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for The American Southwest?
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Yes. The official The American Southwest trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.