Review of A Man Called Horse (1970) by Dryorophus — 01 Nov 2009
Before a few years I saw the film "A Man Called Horse" (1970) and last night a flixter friend (Epicourus) remind me about it and I realised that this movie still has a very special place in my memory. And I catched myself thinking about some of its very very strong and realistics scenes. Richard Harris (great in his role) has to pass many tests and trials to prove himself, and eventually becomes a leader of the tribe that formerly was his captors. He realizes his life suddenly has meaning, and that the "savages" are actually his saviors. In this movie plays and one Greek accress Corina Tsopei (miss universe 1964) a woman with real greek beauty.
A Man Called Horse was a departure from the stereotypical Hollywood treatment of Indians and marks a shift in how Hollywood portrayed Indians in general. They were given a grace and a spiritual wisdom that elevated them beyond the stock villains they had been in most westerns. This film made me to admire and respect Native American culture!!!
This review of A Man Called Horse (1970) was written by Dryorophus on 01 Nov 2009.
A Man Called Horse has generally received mixed reviews.
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