Lee> 1) The obvious one: is the film sympathetic toward the Native people?
Yes, it is. The audience is moved to really appreciate the main
characters.
Lee> Does it portray them as human beings or filthy savages?
Definitely as human beings, with all the myriad emotions that life
provides.
Lee> 2) Does the film use actual Native actors?
Yes, it does.
Lee> 3) Is is accurate in its representation of Native life in terms of
Lee> dress, customs, living conditions etc.?
Very accurate. It was very realistic, and showed the integration of
traditional beliefs with the modern age in a very real way.
I hope this helps. Please make sure to send your results to
NativeNet-- this is a great idea!
Mark
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