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Dances With Wolves (1990)

Dances With Wolves (1990)
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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, Rovi

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Starring:
Kevin Costner, Mary McDonnell, (more)
Director(s):
Kevin Costner
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
PG13
Format(s):
DVD
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Synopsis of Dances With Wolves

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, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
236 mins

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Director(s):
Kevin Costner
Writer(s):
Michael Blake
Producer(s):
Jim Wilson, Derek Kavanagh
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
PG13(Questionable for Children, Profanity, Nudity, Adult Situations, Western Violence)
Categories:
Westerns
Dances With Wolves Awards:
  • 1998 - American Film Institute - 100 Greatest American Movies
  • 1990 - American Society of Cinematographers - Best Cinematography
  • 1991 - Berlin International Film Festival - Silver Bear for Outstanding Individual Performance
  • 1990 - Directors Guild of America - Best Director
  • 1990 - Golden Globe - Best Picture - Drama
  • 1990 - Hollywood Foreign Press Association - Best Picture - Drama
  • 1990 - Hollywood Foreign Press Association - Best Screenplay
  • 1990 - National Board of Review - Best Picture
  • 1990 - National Board of Review - Best Director
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    Tara S.

    I don't know why it took me so long to see this movie but I'm glad I followed a recommendation to see it. It took awhile for me to get into it and I thought, "where is this going?" But about 30 minutes into I started seeing the direction and it was just great. I love movies that help me to learn about other cultures and this is definitely one of them. The Indian actors in this movie are just some of the most beautiful people I've ever seen. Kevin Costner was wonderful.

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    Bette W.

    Still an outstanding movie but very, very long.

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