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The Legend of Pancho Barnes and the Happy Bottom Riding Club Feature Documentary Competition

Laemmle's Sunset 5
West Hollywood, CA

The Legend of Pancho Barnes and the Happy Bottom Riding Club
Directed by: Amanda Pope

A charismatic figure immortalized in Tom Wolfe's book The Right Stuff, Florence 'Pancho' Barnes was one of the most important women in 20th Century aviation. A tough and fearless pilot, Pancho flew on Amelia Earhart's wingtip, performed as a barnstormer throughout California, and made a name for herself as Hollywood's first female stunt pilot in the 1920's and 30's. Just before WWII she opened 'Happy Bottom Riding Club', a ranch near Edwards Air Force Base that became a famous -- some would say notorious -- hangout for test pilots and movie stars. Pancho herself has become
something of a legend, a fascinating yet enigmatic icon whose swagger is often celebrated, but whose story is largely unknown. Until now.

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Dog Friendly: No

Non-Smoking: No

Wheelchair Accessible: No

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