Bobby Beausoleil, born in 1947, is an American actor known for his role in The Ramrodder (1969), where he embodies the complexities of a troubled character. His involvement in the film reflects the gritty aesthetic of the late 1960s exploitation genre, which often blurred the lines between art and the darker aspects of life. Beausoleil's connection to the Manson Family adds a layer of infamy to his persona, making his performance in The Ramrodder a notable entry in cult cinema discussions.
The Ramrodder
In the late 19th century American West, Rick, a ramrodder, builds a personal empire using his friendship with the Indians. He is the only white man to have an affair with Princess Tuwana. A trail bum rapes and kills an Indian maiden, and Rick is unjustly accused. In retaliation, the Indians rape a settler's daughter. When Tuwana confesses that she has slept with Rick, her Indian fiancé whips her. Rick captures the white rapist, who is given to the Indians and castrated. Rick's heroics prevent an Indian war, and he marries Tuwana.
