On Swift Horses follows Julius, Muriel, and Lee as they grapple with their identities in post-Korean War America. Lee, fully invested in the American Dream, marries Muriel, who is uncertain about relinquishing her mother's house. Julius, adrift after leaving the army, drifts to Las Vegas while Muriel and Lee attempt to create a suburban life. However, Muriel soon feels disconnected from this dream. As she and Julius explore alternative lifestyles, the film reveals their profound feelings of loneliness and the complexity of their relationships, challenging the portrayal of the American Dream.
As they navigate their paths, the characters embody the struggle for identity against the backdrop of a society pushing the American Dream, often revealing deeper truths about love and belonging.
The film provides a rich exploration of alternative lifestyles and feelings of loneliness, contrasting the idealized American Dream that many sought after during the post-war era.
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