Eastwood's decision to play dumb, in films like The Gauntlet (1977) and Bronco Billy (1980), was a shrewd one.

She made her (uncredited) film debut in Bronco Billy (1980).

She just stalked out of Bronco Billy's and vanished into the bustle of Frontier Town.

The show moves on to a new town and Bronco Billy goes to city hall to get a permit.

Bronco Billy eventually talks Antoinette into becoming his new assistant, "Miss Lily", though she only agrees to do one show.

Bronco Billy was a shoe salesman who shot his wife for sleeping with his best friend.

Everyone blames Miss Lily for their bad luck, but Bronco Billy defends her and proposes that they rob a train.

Miss Lily and Bronco Billy spend the night together.

Bronco Billy and the show depart without Miss Lily.

But if, as a film director, I ever wanted to say something, you'll find it in Bronco Billy.