Review of Buffalo Bill and the Indians, or Sitting Bull's History Lesson (1976) by Matthew S — 26 May 2015
Having only just discovered this film thanks to KINO's blu ray release, this is an oddly entertaining take on history that not only challenges the American myth of the wild west and the character known as Buffalo Bill.
Paul Newman is perfect in the role of the goofy showman. It is all a show. And Altman's signature style lends itself well to the rambling backstage peak which is as realistic as it is funny. As I understand it, this film failed upon its initial release.
That is understandable, but you can't help but think that Altman was thrilled to release this all too honest movie during the US Bicentennial. It may have failed in 1976, but it a fun and interesting experience in 2015.
This is not your Mom's Paul Newman movie.
This review of Buffalo Bill and the Indians, or Sitting Bull's History Lesson (1976) was written by Matthew S on 26 May 2015.
Buffalo Bill and the Indians, or Sitting Bull's History Lesson has generally received mixed reviews.
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