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| Bea |
Posted - September 11 2006 : 3:02:56 PM
A movie which is based on the book by Dee Brown is currently being filmed in Southern Alberta.
For more info follow this link!
http://www.cbc.ca/canada/edmonton/story/2006/09/11/wounded-knee.html |
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| Little Lady of Fire |
Posted - September 19 2008 : 10:07:35 PM
Wow way behind. Must hit a movie rental store and pray they have it. |
| paazau |
Posted - September 19 2008 : 4:44:22 PM
I know I'm behind the times, but what can I say, I live on the other side of the world... (might as well be another planet...)
I was familiar with the subject and had heard comments for and against the production and had only read the book a few months ago. anyways I finally watched this on dvd a few weeks ago... terrible, tragic events culminating in the events at Wounded Knee. I thought the movie was very well done, and the actors were all great. Anything that brings history to the attention of more people is a good thing in my opinion. Get people thinking, reading, discussing, finding out more....
I had the privilege of visiting Wounded Knee last month, and let me tell you, you can feel the sadness and horror there still... it permeates the ground and the air... Unfortunately, the story doesn't end there. Native Americans are still suffering today. I applaud the fortitude and courage of all those that are holding on to their culture, language, spirituality, and traditions, and working with their young people to help them find their way.
Charles Eastman's story is an amazing one in itself. I had read about him a bit, but hadn't realised he was the doctor at Pine Ridge when the massacre at Wounded Knee took place. If you get the chance, I recommend reading "The Soul of the Indian". If you can't get it in hard copy, you can download it on http://www.archive.org . Charles Eastman also wrote many other texts just as good as "The Soul of the Indian"...
I also recently went to the grounds of the former Carlisle Indian School in Pennsylvania and walked through the cemetery there. I was deeply saddened to see several headstones which said only "unknown". I can barely begin to imagine how those children felt as they lay dying in a strange land, surrounded by strange people, language and customs. I pray that no group of people ever commits such horrible acts against their fellow human beings again; let us learn from the mistakes of the past, not repeat them.
Just my two cents...
Toksa, Shaz
Aho mitakuyasin |
| Bartek |
Posted - May 11 2008 : 6:48:31 PM
i seen the movie today. shocking tragedy, just shocking. |
| blackfootblood |
Posted - June 03 2007 : 8:12:02 PM
Don't worry Red, I have cable just don't get all those fancy movie channels. It really sucks because I really wanted to see this show and also the tutors. I'm so deprived!!!  |
| Irishgirl |
Posted - June 03 2007 : 7:56:23 PM
Well Obi at least we can be thankful they have the Internet  probably dial-up  but hey, better than nothing |
| Obediah |
Posted - June 03 2007 : 7:46:28 PM
No cable!? That's so 20th century! |
| Irishgirl |
Posted - June 03 2007 : 7:18:27 PM
quote:
Originally posted by Light of the Moon
I don't have cable so I didn't get to see it. Did you tape it?
You poor thing How primitive I couldn't live without my pre
mium channels for they have the best shows. I feel your pain 
and yours too Red dear 
No I did not tape it but plan to watch it again. |
| RedFraggle |
Posted - June 03 2007 : 4:57:05 PM
quote:
Originally posted by Light of the Moon
I don't have cable so I didn't get to see it.
Hey, me either! So I guess I'm not the only one stuck in the Stone Age.  |
| Ridgerunner |
Posted - June 03 2007 : 3:08:39 PM
It should be entertaining,unfortunately I am scheduled to work while it is showing. It might be P.C. propoganda but will be interesting just the same. |
| Light of the Moon |
Posted - June 03 2007 : 2:34:14 PM
I don't have cable so I didn't get to see it. Did you tape it? |
| Irishgirl |
Posted - May 28 2007 : 12:14:46 PM
Okay so who saw it besides me?
It was excellent and great acting by all involved from Adam to Wes, Eric and August even though Wes and Eric did not have too big of parts in the movie. Adam was brilliant as Charles Eastman. What a great actor he truly is and cute as hell. It was very moving and I should not forget to mention Eddie Spears as he was brilliant in this one also. I also happened to see "Flint Sky" from "Apocalypto". I believe he played "American Horse" although he did not have a big part either. It was worth the wait and I will be sure to watch it a few more times. |
| Irishgirl |
Posted - May 25 2007 : 12:08:37 PM
Don't forget folks this Sunday night on HBO  At long last something we've been waiting to see  |
| halfbreed |
Posted - May 13 2007 : 12:52:02 AM
i saw the trailer a few weeks ago...looks good, iam curious to see how they portray what really happened.
h-b |
| halfcloud |
Posted - May 12 2007 : 01:14:41 AM
i listened to his book"hear that lonesome wistle blow" about trains |
| RedFraggle |
Posted - April 07 2007 : 10:21:54 PM
Arrrgh. The Sopranos! Another show I wish I'll be watching. |
| Irishgirl |
Posted - April 07 2007 : 4:34:06 PM
You will have to use your powers of persuasion on your friend to watch this one or perhaps have them record it for you. I have not seen any commercials for it yet but am eagerly looking forward to Sunday night and the return of "The Sopranos" and their final season. Maybe they will show some commercials for it then. |
| RedFraggle |
Posted - April 07 2007 : 02:23:41 AM
quote:
Originally posted by Irishgirl
Apparently this is set to air May 27th on HBO at 9PM (Eastern).
I saw a commercial for it the night I watched the last "Rome" episode at my friends' house. It looks pretty darn good, but my friends aren't the type to watch that sort of movie.
So yet again I lament my lack of cable. I miss all the good stuff!
One day I'll have a real job and be able to afford it (or so I tell myself!). |
| Irishgirl |
Posted - April 06 2007 : 8:42:05 PM
Apparently this is set to air May 27th on HBO at 9PM (Eastern). Can hardly wait. |
| Irishgirl |
Posted - September 23 2006 : 5:21:38 PM
Now Wes Studi. What a treat we have in store. More names will come out soon as to who will be in this one. Can't wait. If only Michael...sigh...would be in the mix too. Fingers crossed. |
| Light of the Moon |
Posted - September 15 2006 : 11:38:37 PM
Well...don't mind if I do... |
| Irishgirl |
Posted - September 15 2006 : 5:48:47 PM
quote:
Originally posted by Light of the Moon
quote:
Originally posted by MeggieD
Eric Scweig is signed on as Chief Gall.
 YES!!!!
I call shotgun!
Hey Light you better again as Adam Beach is supposedly in this one as well. It just got even better with Squanto himself taking part  |
| Light of the Moon |
Posted - September 15 2006 : 12:35:58 PM
quote:
Originally posted by MeggieD
Eric Scweig is signed on as Chief Gall.
YES!!!!
I call shotgun! |
| Irishgirl |
Posted - September 15 2006 : 11:32:22 AM
This sounds like it will be a great movie. We can all look forward to seeing it in 2008. Just a long time to wait though. Oh well, good things are worth waiting for I guess. |
| MeggieD |
Posted - September 13 2006 : 10:08:12 AM
Eric Scweig is signed on as Chief Gall. |
| Bea |
Posted - September 12 2006 : 3:51:42 PM
Aidan Quinn will portray Henry Dawes, a Massachusetts lawmaker who introduced legislation in 1887.
He is sympathetic to the plight of Native Americans..
I suspect that August Schellenberg might have the role of Sitting Bull, but don't quote me on that one.:) |
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