Storyline

During the mid-19th century, in what is now South Dakota, Crazy Horse (Michael Greyeyes) of the Oglala Sioux rises to prominence in his tribe. He falls in love with the married Black Buffalo Woman (Irene Bedard), and uses his trance-like visions to help his uncle, Chief Red Cloud (Wes Studi), and his people fight for independence against the advancing American forces. Eventually, they defeat General Custer (Peter Horton) and his men, but they then must face the reality of Westward expansion.

Plot Keywords

warrior, soldier, doctor, married woman, thrilling, tense, rousing, passionate, south dakota, indian village, frontier, crazy horse, westward expansion, battle, visions, destiny, negotiation, rise, fall, rivalry, forbidden love, 19th century

Short Review

This made-for-TV film about Crazy Horse has good acting and beautiful visual images. However, key details have been left out of the story in its hurry to wrap up a complex issue and time in history. Additionally, though the story fortunately does stay focused on Crazy Horse and his people, the script makes a half-hearted attempt to tell the tale with a native american voice. For example, very little of the music sounds Native American.

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Streaming Service

1. Amazon Video : Rent from $1.99, Or $0.00 with a Prime membership