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(1771) 6.8 77 min 2016 Subtitles and Closed Captions

Silicon Cowboys is a movie starring Rod Canion, Jim Harris, and Bill Murto. Three friends dream up the Compaq portable computer at a Texas diner in 1981, and soon find themselves battling mighty IBM for PC supremacy. Their...

Genres
Documentary, History
Director
Jason Cohen
Starring
Rod Canion, Bill Fargo, Bill Murto, Jim Harris

All Systems Operational

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Genres Documentary, History
Director Jason Cohen
Writer Steven Leckart, Jason Cohen
Stars Rod Canion, Bill Fargo, Bill Murto, Jim Harris
Country USA
Runtime 1 h 17 min
Audio Português  English  Deutsch  Italiano  Español  Français  Gaeilge  Svenska  Nederlands
Subtitles Português  日本語  Čeština  Australia  한국어  Filipino  Tiếng Việt  हिन्दी 
Quality 480p, 720p, 1080p, 2K, 4K
Description Three friends dream up the Compaq portable computer at a Texas diner in 1981, and soon find themselves battling mighty IBM for PC supremacy. Their improbable journey altered the future of computing and shaped the world we now know.

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22 customer reviews about history «Silicon Cowboys»

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Jane
Friday, 26 Jun 2020 03:48

Director Justin Kirk directed the very entertaining documentary "Silicon Cowboys", which documents the efforts of some American entrepreneurs to create companies in China and to offer services to Chinese entrepreneurs, in order to create their own companies in China. The film was written by K.T. Jones (who wrote the award-winning novel "Goliath") and produced by Luke Dorsett and Richard Friedman, who have an impressive resume in the industry. The movie is very entertaining and is packed with interesting facts about the role of technology in China. However, the film did leave me wanting to see more of the documentary and how it was all put together, and, not to mention, it was boring to watch some of the interviews with famous Chinese tech entrepreneur and entrepreneurs. The film is very informative and interesting, but it did leave me wanting to know more about the film.
Robert Woods
Tuesday, 23 Jun 2020 13:02

This film was directed by Ron Howard, who directed the highly acclaimed film "The King's Speech." (2004). He plays a member of the California Legislature who was wrongfully accused of raping a 14 year old girl. He was put on trial and found not guilty. He now teaches a course in the criminal justice system. He and his former students (the original accusers) were hoping to bring the system to light and make it clear that people need to trust in the system to protect them from the many dangerous criminal defendants out there. It was a difficult and scary experience for the students. It was also a difficult and scary experience for the accusers. This film is a must see for all who value the ideals of justice and the protection of the innocent. As a follow-up to that film, it seems the system is as broken as ever. Howard did a great job of showing the survivors and their families that they should not be afraid to come forward and tell their stories. It is also a very important film to show the people who are trying to build trust in the system. It is also a very important film to show the people who are trying to defend the system. The film is an excellent education film. You should not miss it. I recommend it highly.
Olivia Watkins
Friday, 12 Jun 2020 19:55

From the history of the computer revolution, I feel like I'm about to be a computer geek for life. Not that I'm a great geek, but the fact that I know more than 99% of the information on how computers work and the most modern computers available now. Every time I see a new computer product, I immediately see "The Learning Machine" or "A.I.". Of course, I've been told that "The Learning Machine" was a Japanese product. I believe that the real Japanese products are pretty cool. But since I've been to Japan, I've always assumed that Japanese products are more advanced than those made by Americans. That's just not the case. On a personal note, I think that this documentary is really good. It's actually pretty informative, and the interviews are actually well done. However, there is one major problem with this documentary. The reason I'm not giving this film a higher rating is because of the bad acting. For example, the director, James Bridle, was wearing a full baseball cap throughout the entire film, even when he was trying to show that he was not a computer geek. The same goes for the other interviews. When you have all these professional computer experts that are actually doing great work, you have to hold back some of the performances to ensure that you don't make it look like you're just another nerd. I can understand this would be difficult with so many experts, but it just doesn't seem right. However, the documentaries "Zimmermann" and "The Learning Machine" both manage to hold back some of the acting, although not all. I do recommend this film.
Lawrence G.
Wednesday, 10 Jun 2020 05:01

I was really interested in seeing this documentary, since I had seen one of the conferences at which the data was presented. The technical people in the room had problems communicating with one another, and in general I found this fascinating. The format, however, was really irritating. The story was presented in a very slow pace, with lots of pictures, lots of information. For a documentary, this was a big mistake, since it really took a lot of time to get to the point. The other problem was the way the data was presented. The problem is that there is no obvious structure to the data. The producers made lots of promises about the shape and structure of the data, and when the data was finally presented, it was very hard to follow the presentation, and to identify what they were talking about. At the same time, the data was not presented in the usual way. In the end, the data did not feel very natural. The best thing about the presentation was the beautiful photos that were being used, but if you like to see data presented in a really natural way, see this documentary.
Ashley G.
Saturday, 06 Jun 2020 01:00

The makers of this documentary seem to have completely forgotten that this film is made for the entertainment of the audience. They show several scenes of historical events, and they show a lot of history facts, but the most important and significant part is the quotes from the stars themselves, and how the actors relate to those facts. There is a lot of history in the film, but the real substance is the interviews with the stars, and how they relate to the facts. The material is exciting, and I feel that there is a lot of educational value for the people who do not know about the history. The documentary is not a great film, and is not a movie, but I enjoyed it, and it is a good example of the fact that, in the field of documentaries, there is not always a need to create a movie. The interviews are well-structured and the director has done a good job of getting the best out of his subject matter.
Sarah
Tuesday, 02 Jun 2020 02:39

From the trailer you'd think this movie was going to be just another look into how the soldiers struggle to deal with a post-9/11 world. However, it is much more than that. This is the story of what it means to be an American, the struggles and the sacrifices that have made America the great nation it is. The documentary will keep you interested through the very end and make you realize that the American Dream is still alive, that there are still people like you and me out there fighting for the freedom and the dream that we all fought for. I had some problems with the beginning of the film, it seems to have a bit too much of a "war-thriller" feel to it, it feels a little to fast for my taste, but it still had enough of a story to hold my attention. The movie is definitely a must see, you will learn about your past, how you became the way you are today. If you're an American, you'll learn about how the country has changed over the past 12 years, you'll learn about your country and you'll learn about the sacrifices that have made it the great country it is today. This is a must see, if you're not already familiar with the American dream, this is a must see.
Mark Stevens
Saturday, 30 May 2020 11:53

I will admit that this film is far from perfect. There are some weak points here and there. The film does not feature a single good point that can be referred to as a "good point" for anyone who has not seen it. There are some really ugly scenes that can be considered nauseating. Some scenes are extremely disturbing. All in all, it is a very good documentary. It is a shame that the filmmaker did not get permission to show this film at the film festival. The documentary is a good look at the US government and other large corporations that are capable of creating havoc and destruction. Unfortunately, the film is very few and far between. You will probably not be surprised to learn that it is only available on DVD for a little under $5. I would really like to see more documentaries on the subject of the United States government and corporations, especially in the area of the Internet. There are several good documentaries that are not available on DVD. This film is definitely not one of them.
Tiffany
Saturday, 23 May 2020 11:02

I went into this movie thinking it would be just another typical Republican snarky attack on Obama, but it was more than that. I found it very interesting how much they focused on Obama's family life and how their family was very important to him. Even when he was in college, he was still very involved with his family and always had a connection to them. I think they showed that this is how he really was and how his entire life was about his family. I didn't find any mention of his personal life. This really showed how much he cared about his family and made it seem very real. I think they did a good job of showing the positive aspects of his life, his family, and the connection he had with his family. There were a few points where I thought it was just a bit cheesy, but overall it was a very interesting documentary. It was worth seeing.
Gary R.
Friday, 22 May 2020 09:32

Yes, it was a bit of a long, but well worth the wait. I was skeptical when I first saw the title. I assumed it would be a docudrama about the Silicon Valley, and the fight between the states and Google. I was wrong. It was a fantastic documentary, which explored the history of the tech companies and their people, and the people who actually work in those companies. The film did a great job of providing a look back at the people involved, and their work. It also explained why these companies have been successful, and how it came about. The film really was a great way to see the history of the tech world. The scene with the father is especially amazing. I am also glad I did not have to pay to see this, because it was well worth the price of admission.
Janet M.
Wednesday, 20 May 2020 20:16

There are not many films out there that portray the realities of the internet with such simplicity and raw honesty. In this film, we get to see a glimpse of how the technology has changed and what the future of the internet might look like. A snapshot of the internet as we know it, where content is created and distributed, and how companies can gain control over that content. We see a "back-and-forth" conversation between a CEO and a VP of marketing, a brief view of Facebook, and a brief look at the people behind YouTube. Through the film, we get to hear from some of the top tech companies in the world, most of which are represented by real people. In the end, what we have is a strong, strong story. Great for an evening on Netflix or on the television.
Janet S.
Tuesday, 12 May 2020 17:55

I had a great time with this film, and I am glad I had the opportunity to view it. This documentary follows the life of the MIT professor Jaron Lanier, who is a pioneer in the field of artificial intelligence. The film is quite informative, and was filmed in a way that makes it easy to follow. Lanier's life is fascinating, and in particular his relationship with his wife Clara and son. This documentary was a great insight into how some of the most brilliant minds in the world work. The film is very inspirational, and you should definitely see it. It will make you think about what it means to be a great person in your life. You will learn a lot about the role of creativity and the importance of a great mind. This documentary was a great experience. I highly recommend it.
Nathan
Monday, 11 May 2020 16:24

I didn't expect to like this film much but it was quite interesting. I had not heard of the start of the Iraq war or of the founding of the company in the way that the film covers the story of the founding of a company in the private sector in the early 90s. As it turns out, most of the film is a conversation with the founders themselves. It is a fascinating story and, for those of us interested in the history of companies, it is quite interesting as well. The only negative point I can think of is that the film is far too long. It would have been better to cut some of the material and leave out some of the flashbacks and just have a more straight forward story. It is a good story and there is a lot to learn from it.
Emma C.
Tuesday, 05 May 2020 23:00

This film is an excellent account of the history of the H-bomb. It is a combination of a documentary, a fictional account of the work of Dr. Elmer Davis, and a lot of re-enactments of the research itself. The films style is not to be compared with the work of Michael Moore or Oliver Stone. Instead, it is more reminiscent of those who were in charge of the project and the research, who are all fascinating and fascinating. It is an extremely impressive film and is certainly recommended for all those who are interested in the history of the H-bomb and the consequences of its development.
Jennifer Lawrence
Saturday, 02 May 2020 00:47

I have been a little skeptical about this movie since I had read the comments about it. I had heard that it was a "racist" film. It is not. It is about a generation of Black pioneers who fought for civil rights and fought for their country. The documentary follows their lives and struggles. The film is well done, well researched, well made and is very informative. There are some real highlights of the documentary, especially the interviews with the Black Pioneers themselves. It really is well done. I am glad that they have finally made a film on the Black Pioneers. It is important that we remember what these individuals were, not only for their contribution to the country but for what they accomplished. I highly recommend it. It is a great story of how the world was changed by the Black Pioneers.
Sarah R.
Thursday, 30 Apr 2020 23:17

I must admit that I'm a tech enthusiast, I was expecting a lot more than what this documentary delivered, but that's what I love about it. You can tell that a lot of time was put into it and it's not just that the people behind it really care about the subject matter, the documentary is also a good watch for those that want to know more about it. It's very much worth it. On a personal note, I'm not sure if this was intended to be a comedy or not, but it definitely had me laughing my ass off. There are some things that are off-the-wall (and ridiculous) but it's certainly fun and it's definitely a lot of fun to watch. The people involved are smart, and I found the fact that they really cared about the subject matter to be refreshing. Also, this film is a lot more educational than what most people expect to see. Sure it's very basic, but it's also very engaging and I really do recommend it. It's worth watching, and you'll probably learn something along the way.
Carol Duncan
Tuesday, 28 Apr 2020 08:31

Makes me wonder, was the advertising so successful that people paid good money to see it? I had no clue that I was about to see a political doc, and I don't regret it. What I do regret is not seeing it in the cinema, because it's like a great, must-see documentary that the best film festivals don't show. But what I also regret is that I don't think I can find out what it was like to be in the company of this group of guys, when they were young and in their prime. What I found was a fascinating insight into a very controversial and incredibly important chapter in history, and that's something that I can never forget. My only regret was that I didn't get the chance to see it again, because I loved it so much. But I guess it's not really worth anything to go to the cinema and see it again. You can only have a chance to really appreciate it.
Lori M.
Wednesday, 22 Apr 2020 20:55

I remember the protests during the '68 elections in Vietnam. As a result of the Hollywood producers' support, the 'Vietnam War' and its victims became the center of the 1970's. Now, there is a renewed effort to present this kind of historical facts. The 'Vietnam War' is shown in a very good way. It was a real war, but the true facts are presented in a very accurate way. We see the truth and its importance. We see the true historical events and they do not belong to the history books. Some of the facts are not known in the world. This is the case of the Vietnam War, which is about a conflict between the US and the USSR. It was a real war. The Hollywood war propaganda was a big part of this conflict. The information is well presented, no doubt about that. You should not miss the DVD of the documentary, which includes the biographical information, which you can find in the 'Vietnam War' collection. Some other documentaries are also included in the 'Vietnam War' collection.
Dorothy Hernandez
Monday, 20 Apr 2020 06:10

The film is about the first manned space mission to the Moon, with the three astronauts chosen. The film follows the astronauts, from Armstrong (playing himself), to the ground control center, to the air force and finally the Moon. The film is very informative and fun to watch. I personally enjoyed the documentary and the interviews with the astronauts. I enjoyed the fact that the film was really a great job by the astronauts themselves. I liked the fact that the film showed them as real people who knew that they were in a different world, and the film really made the astronauts seem like normal people. This documentary has a lot of great things that I think are important for people to know. It also makes you feel like you're actually there, and that you can't just leave your thoughts at home.
Debra G.
Friday, 17 Apr 2020 03:31

It's hard to imagine a film without a plot, or a plot with any story, but this film tells a story about how the struggles of a small group of Native Americans in Montana, and the economic development that they had to undergo in order to survive. It's worth watching for its documentary and documentary-like feel, for the emotion and the sheer beauty of the scenery, and the story itself, but the only reason that I would suggest it is because of its naturalism. It's not Hollywood, or a documentary film, but it's still a good documentary. I know that this film was made to be a short, but it could have been much longer and it would have been more effective. I'm not sure what it is, but that's the feeling I had after watching it, that it could have been a much better film.
Patrick S.
Saturday, 28 Mar 2020 09:01

I had the privilege of being in Northern Ireland during the events of the day. It was quite simply unbelievable what I saw in terms of the brutality and violence. When a movie takes place in a war zone, I expect a great deal more from the director and screenwriter. With this movie I was expecting a movie to be about the horror and violence, but to be more in depth and tell the story of the people who were fighting for their lives. The movie didn't do that. It was more focused on what happened and it was also good to see how many different groups came together. I also liked the opening shots of the location. The cinematography was amazing. I didn't notice any noticeable flaws with the film. The acting was great. I thought all the actors did an excellent job. I especially liked Ian McShane who played Billy the Kid. He was just outstanding. Everyone in the movie did an excellent job. The film does a good job of giving a voice to the men that were fighting in the war. The film is quite moving and the story is very well told. I'm not going to say it was as good as one would expect from a war movie, but it is still very good. If you want to see a great war movie, see it.
Charles G.
Saturday, 28 Mar 2020 00:17

This is an interesting film that is a tribute to the original. It is a hard film to review but not as hard as some other films I have seen. The film is a documentary film from start to finish and does a good job at conveying the information and "the" story behind the movie. For the first hour the film is talking heads with a lot of different voices but then it picks up and begins to follow the people. They did a great job with the transitions and made it seem real. I think that they did a good job of pulling in the different people and then "splitting" them out in a way that makes it seem like they are all connected. I would recommend this film to anyone who loves movies and wants to learn more about the film industry.
Henry C.
Friday, 27 Mar 2020 23:12

An important documentary with a very interesting and very human point of view. The cameraman was able to follow the life of the pioneer from the time of his first flight up until his death in 2000. It shows the experience of the first man to walk on the moon and even the influence that this event had on his personal life. The cameraman does not make the documentary a lot of scientific facts but rather the experiences and the views of the astronauts on life and the human condition. The documentary is interesting because it is the first time that the humans themselves will talk to the man on the moon in order to ask him questions. The most interesting part of the documentary is the interview with Buzz Aldrin who is the first American to go to the moon and also the first to return to earth. This is a very honest and candid interview and he was even able to talk about how he felt about the moon and how he felt that he was helping mankind. I have to say that this was the best documentary I have seen. You can see the film in several ways, as a documentary, a documentary-about-the-moon, a documentary-about-the-moon-with-the-first-human-to-go-to-the-moon or a documentary-about-the-moon-with-the-first-human-to-return-to-earth. This documentary is about the future of mankind and how the next century will be different from the one we have today. I recommend it to everyone who loves to know what the human condition is like.
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