Drama,History,Western,TV Movie
United States of America
Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee is a historical drama film released in 2007, based on the book of the same name by Dee Brown. The movie depicts the struggles of the Native American tribes during the late 19th century and their resistance against the United States government's encroachment on their lands and culture.
The film begins with the aftermath of the Battle of Little Bighorn, where Sitting Bull and his tribe emerged victorious against General Custer and his men. Sitting Bull is shown as a wise and powerful leader, who is aware of the changing world around him and the threats posed to his way of life. Meanwhile, Charles Eastman is introduced as a young Sioux doctor who has been educated in the white man's ways and is trying to bridge the gap between his own people and the government.
As the story progresses, we see the increasing tensions between the Native American tribes and the United States government, culminating in the Wounded Knee Massacre of 1890, where over 200 Sioux men, women, and children were killed by the US Army. The film also explores the impact of the government's policies such as forced relocation, assimilation, and the Dawes Act, which led to the loss of Native American lands and traditions.
The movie features a talented cast, including Adam Beach as Charles Eastman, August Schellenberg as Sitting Bull, and Aidan Quinn as Henry Dawes, the architect of the Dawes Act. The film received critical acclaim for its nuanced portrayal of the Native American experience and the strong performances of its cast. It serves as a powerful reminder of the injustices that the Native American people have endured and the ongoing struggle for recognition and sovereignty.
