Dances with Wolves (1990)
- Starring:
- Kevin Costner, Mary McDonnell, (more)
- Director(s):
- Kevin Costner
- Theatrical MPAA Rating:
- PG13
- Category:
- Westerns
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A historical drama about the relationship between a Civil War soldier and a band of Sioux Indians, Kevin Costner's directorial debut was also a surprisingly popular hit, considering its length, period setting, and often somber tone. The film opens on a particularly dark note, as melancholy Union lieutenant John W. Dunbar attempts to kill himself on a suicide mission, but instead becomes an unintentional hero. His actions lead to his reassignment to a remote post in remote South Dakota, where he encounters the Sioux. Attracted by the natural simplicity of their lifestyle, he chooses to leave his former life behind to join them, taking on the name Dances with Wolves. Soon, Dances with Wolves has become a welcome member of the tribe and fallen in love with a white woman who has been raised amongst the tribe. His peaceful existence is threatened, however, when Union soldiers arrive with designs on the Sioux land. Some detractors have criticized the film's depiction of the tribes as simplistic; such objections did not dissuade audiences or the Hollywood establishment, however, which awarded the film seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture. ~ Judd Blaise, All Movie Guide
- Theatrical Feature Running Time:
- 236 mins
Complete Cast:
- Kevin Costner - Lt. John W. Dunbar
- Graham Greene - Kicking Bird
- Floyd "Red Crow" Westerman - Chief Ten Bears
- Robert Pastorelli - Timmons
- Maury Chaykin - Maj. Fambrough
- Nathan Lee Chasing His Horse - Smiles A Lot
- Tony Pierce - Spivey
- Chad Dowdell - Young Cavalry Soldier (uncredited)
- R.L. Curtin - Ambush Wagon Driver
- Steve Chambers - Guard
- Percy White Plume - Big Warrior
- Jason R. Lone Hill - Worm
- Michael Spears - Otter
- Bill W. Curry - Confederate Cavalryman
- Doris Leader Charge - Pretty Shield
- Buffalo Child - Pawnee #1
- John Tail - Escort Warrior
- Raymond Newholy - Sioux Courier
- Tom Everett - Sgt. Pepper
- Donald Hotton - Gen. Tide
- Elise Daniel - Christine's Mother
- David J. Fuller - Kicking Bird's Son
- Billy Burton - General's Aide
- Sheldon Peters Wolfchild - Sioux Warrior
- Mary McDonnell - Stands With a Fist
- Rodney Grant - Wind in His Hair
- Tantoo Cardinal - Black Shawl
- Charles Rocket - Lieutenant Elgin
- Jimmy Herman - Stone Calf
- Richard Leader Charge - Pawnee
- Wayne Grace - Major
- Kent Hays - Wagon Driver
- Conor Duffy - Willie
- Ryan White Bull - Kicking Bird's Eldest Son
- Redwing Ted Nez - Sioux Warrior
- Carter Hanner - Confederate Soldier
- Wes Studi - Toughest Pawnee
- Otakuye Conroy - Kicking Bird's Daughter
- Kirk Baltz - Edwards
- Marvin Holy - Sioux Warrior
- Steve Reevis - Sioux #1/Warrior #1
- Robert Goldman - Union Soldier
- Maretta Big Crow - Village Mother
- Annie Costner - Christine
- Frank P. Costanza - Tucker
- James Mitchell - Ray
- Larry Joshua - Sgt. Baker
- Director(s):
- Kevin Costner
- Writer(s):
- Michael Blake
- Producer(s):
- Derek Kavanagh, Jim Wilson
- Theatrical MPAA Rating:
- PG13(Western Violence, Profanity, Nudity, Questionable for Children, Adult Situations)
- Categories:
- Westerns
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- 1998 - Dances with Wolves - American Film Institute - 100 Greatest American Movies
- 1990 - Dances with Wolves - American Society of Cinematographers - Best Cinematography
- 1991 - Dances with Wolves - Berlin International Film Festival - Silver Bear for Outstanding Individual Performance
- 1990 - Dances with Wolves - Golden Globe - Best Picture - Drama
- 1990 - Dances with Wolves - Golden Globe - Best Screenplay
- 1990 - Dances with Wolves - National Board of Review - Best Director
- 1990 - Dances with Wolves - National Board of Review - Best Picture
