Sitting Bull (1954)
Directed by Sidney Salkow
Genres - Western, Drama, Action, Adventure, Historical Film |
Sub-Genres - Cavalry Film, Indian Western |
Release Date - Oct 6, 1954 (USA) |
Run Time - 105 min. |
Countries - Mexico, United States |
MPAA Rating - G
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Synopsis by Sandra Brennan
This western offers one of Hollywood's more historically accurate accounts of the Battle of Little Big Horn. The story centers on a major in the cavalry who believes the Indians have the same rights as other Americans. Despite his efforts to stop Custer from embarking on his ill-fated mission, the general carries on. Later the major is court-marshaled for being a traitor and ends up sentenced to die. Fortunately, Sitting Bull sends a petition to the President and pleads for the good major's pardon.
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battle [war], cavalry, courthouse, Indian (Native-American)-chief, Indian (Native-American)-fighter, Indian (Native-American)-tribe, military, Native-American, negotiation
