I have no idea whether this is historically accurate, or, if I were a member of (Canada's) First Nations, to embrace or be offended by this portrayal of the time period, which, though the story of one Americanized Indian, is (given the title) really about the plight of America's first peoples and obviously told from a 21st Century perspective. Unlike Clint Eastwood's "Letters from Iwo Jima", it is truly a "white man's" perception. But, like Eastwood's "Outlaw Josey Wales", I was happy to embrace the intended sympathy for the characters. As a Canadian, I was also proud to see Adam Beach and Canada's Prairies represent an American history lesson. And, I must mention that, in addition to excellent cinematography, writing,and direction, what really made the movie for me was the soundtrack by George S. Clinton. Whether you have no interest in the story of this time period, or are finishing a Doctorate in Anthropology, I believe that you will be touched deeply in viewing this film.
Review of Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee
