What You Never Realized About Dances With Wolves

[@Pam-24th]

I am a descendent of a Scottish immigrant grandfather who met the Oneidas in the late 1700s. He lived with them and learned their ways and eventually married one of the young women of the tribe. So, please know the storyline was very plausible. A beautiful film.

[@gmaellen5530]

❤❤

[@danutamalinowska-bartkow6809]

Magnificent, captivating and deeply moving story painstaintintly depicting history of America and American film-making

[@Hobbit247]

I too.....I married a Cree Princess.....I am also Scott from birth records......but born in Canada

[@asinglemaleinuk]

Us Scots can get on with anyone 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👍

[@RobertWindedahl]

THIS IS TYPICAL IN U.S HISTORY .YOUR ANCESTORS PREFERENCE FOR A NATURAL NATIVE LIFE WAS MOT UNUSUAL PROOVING THE WHITEMAN'S EVIL CULTURE WAS REJECTED BY MOST CAPTIVES , AS THEY EMBRACED A MORE FAVORABLE CULTURE.❤❤

[@slidecarnell2332]

Dances with Wolves is still one of the best films EVER!

[@allisonjones-lo6795]

Dances With Wolves was a classic the instant it reached the public screens in my opinion! I love classic films and DWW is one of a few modern films (post 1980) that I have added to my collection.

[@Changelingheart]

Indeed.

[@richardclemons6685]

Dances With Wolves is my all time favorite movie. I have lost count how many times I have watched it.

[@davebrittain9216]

Dances with wolves is one of the few movies that make my eyes tear up just thinking about it. Just a beautiful movie!

[@marksauck3399]

I agree but to some extent at the time of its showing, a little over rated. I agree with the criticism made of it in this posting though.

[@thefamouspeopleus]

"Dances with Wolves" may have its critics, but its impact on cinema and cultural awareness cannot be denied.

[@stephenthompson5413]

Oh yes it can, buster.

[@9and7]

how?@@stephenthompson5413

[@Freedom_Half_Off]

I found the Civil War criticisms alone to be infantile . I know that war from both sides . There were many times when formations would meet ... one scared and the other glad of it . They grabbed whatever cover they could without sometimes working out that way . Split rail fences weren't idea cover but they were everywhere and units gravitated to them constantly when there was a lack of anything better 👀

[@usaturnuranus]

I'm in agreement as to its impact. No thinking person expects an absolutely 100% accurate and concise portrayal of an entire population made up of a broad cross section of cultural traditions from wildly varying geographical areas. What was presented was a "what if" story that made great efforts to be as plausible as possible, even if unlikely. They definitely succeeded at that, and in the end everyone who participated deserves a clap on the back as they created a modern day classic and an epic adventure. I think it's fair to say that the audience got their money's worth.

[@1okanaganguy]

and what did this "cultural awareness" earn for Indians? Absolutely nothing.

[@AltairdeAlmeida-i6d]

Definitely one of my favourite films. Considering that this was Costner’s first Director job and that he took pains to make it authentic makes it doubly gratifying. Thankfully it reversed the norm of making the Native Americans ignorant savages in so many previous films. Happy that it’s raised the bar for future films The fact that it got so many awards is very rewarding!❤❤❤

[@susanlane8803]

I consider this film as one of the best western probably ever made. Kevin Costner did a remarkable job as this was his first film as director. America has a huge amount to learn about the indigenous tribes it so ruthlessly destroyed in it's violent history. We should all be learning about those who went before us and this film partially does that. What a shame those blind, ignorant film makers couldn't see what they turned away and almost deprived us of this magnificent film!

[@kevinsmith3274]

What did you expect from hollyweird?

[@kenh.5903]

"indigenous tribes it so ruthlessly destroyed in it's violent history" your ignorance is only surpassed by your bias.

[@frankmlchaelglasscock6539]

100 👌💯👍

[@RichardHodgetts-q9x]

IMHO; this movie deserves to be on anyone's list of the best movies ever made.

[@TomBice]

Dances with Wolves was one of the greatest movies I've ever watched. It is a classic.

[@marcp.1752]

All time classic

[@Bruin4Life]

I am part Cherokee and when Dances with Wolves came out, it became my all time favorite movie. I have watched it about 10 times over the years. Watching and listening to the background behind its production gives me a better understanding of why it became my all time favorite film. I was understanding the humanity of the production and the way Native Americans were presented realistically made a major impact on me personally.

[@MikeK2100]

The reality back them was history is brutal! The area of the scout camp basically had a tribe that was worse for their fellow Indians than the white man. The tribe was not nice to the white man either. The Indian nation had enough and ran the tripe of offenders to the fort who imprisoned them. The fort also found itself in a stand off with that nation and took a lot of communication to rectify the situation. Those from the Indian tribe that was imprisoned was hanged and peace was established. The scene from Dances with Wolves that sticks out in my mind was when Dunbar was shone a Spanish Conquistador Helmut and told they went away, but was basically asked about his people and Dunbar pointed to the sky and said, "Like the stars." I gulped and any translation be damned, equated to my mind the battle between Good and Evil. The saddest part of my life was going to Tennessee and visiting the reservation. The attitude I was hit with was hatred and not part of any problem. I just wanted to buy a flute, but refused to do so as they wouldn't let me try it. Purchased two from another Cherokee in of all places a tourist trap. He was Cherokee too and even after telling him my story sold them to me saying we got things right. We both admitted that we felt honored by the other. I ended up camping on one of the locations with Dances with Wolves and that to is an honor. When I told the scoutmaster that I wanted to visit the grave of Fools Crow who gave out information after his death, and the lack of any response from the reservation. He told me that Fool's Crow wanted me to enjoy what he got out of his life there, but not the sorrow he had to suffer from.

[@newnewsbrooklyn1513]

My husband was from the lakota tribe. His native language was lakota which he spoke in during sleep. He told me how the lakota made fun of whites when they spoke and only lakota knew what went on. My husband totally enjoyed the film

[@mikerichards7515]

No u ain't

[@jesusslushies2192]

It's a long movie, but it was necessary.. but when it ends, i want to watch it again! Im part Ojibwe/Nippissing but the movie also touched my soul in a way a movie has never done. I feel at one with the Lakota and the land.. I also have watched this movie many many times 😍

[@Tahsuda540]

@@MikeK2100 There are no reservations in Tennessee.

[@rk41gator]

Costner is a man of his convictions with obvious perseverance, confidence, talent, and guts. Total respect.

[@MegaChristmas365]

I grew up on The Lone Ranger, Cisco Kid, Roy Rogers, Hopalong Cassidy, and Gene Autry. Movies fare of the fifties and later, The Magnificent Seven, the J. Wayne movies, etc. Little did I ever really know about the cultures. But I learned a few things about my favorite film of the genre. Dances With Wolves is an experience all movie goers should have. The casting, is marvelous. I especially enjoyed Graham Greene, Rodney Grant and Mary McDonnell. And of course, Kevin for his versatility, commitment and attention to historical fact. I have seen the movie several times, each time finding some new little nuance not previously seen. This work of art, this 7 Time Academy Award Winner has given me new perspective of the Native American culture. My thanks to Kevin Kostner and the cast and crew of "Dances With Wolves". SPECTACULAR !

[@Frostie-e8g]

The Lakota Language has had a resurgence. It is now taught in schools. And young Lakota, Dakota and Nakota First Nations children are learning it. Linguists have created the language with an alphabet, so it is now written as well. This language will LIVE forever.

[@gingervista]

Living within 20 minutes of the Cherokee Reservation near the Great Smoky Mountains here in NC, there's a great resurgence of learning their language as well: school children along with students at the nearby Western Carolina University & anyone else with a desire to learn it.

[@Frostie-e8g]

@@gingervista And isn't that wonderful ? In the 20th century we have lost so many indigenous languages. When you lose language, you lose culture and history. Lucky YOU to have seen witnessed this.

[@Critter145]

It’s such a pretty language.

[@yvonnelewis4888]

How wonderful! I hope all of their culture lives forever. Native Americans are such beautiful Individuals and so few people get to see that. Their artwork; jewelry, paintings, carvings, Leatherwork, & pottery, Their entire culture and respect for the earth. There is so much to admire in our indigenous peoples. I am truly grateful that an honest depiction of their lives was represented in Dances with Wolves. It will always be a classic, Dances With Wolves will never die.

[@johnking6252]

Yes it is a good thing to learn and remember. I relate so well to the Lakota way I think somewhere in a different place I was Lakota, I long for those days again. ✌️👍

[@mymatemartin]

I remember seeing this film in 1990 as if it were yesterday. What a truly majestic and magnificent film it is. To me the emotional highlight is when John Dunbar and his now wife are leaving the tribe high up in the mountains and there, upon a ledge above them, is the firery young warrior Wind In His Hair, at first a bitter foe but now lauding his friendship and love for Dunbar. Love it. And the music.... Oh my lordy lord.

[@dianalindenmeyer4847]

I have it on my phone as a ringtone.

[@johnjude2685]

.Definitely one of the best fair play shows of all time. All groups of people have problems within their race community and relatives. No groups is worse until they are giving a uplift and they get their minds full of shit from a little success. We are people acept that Animals are breeds and people shouldn't label themselves.

[@omegasue]

I couldn't have put it better. Thank you ✨

[@teenaray8084]

@mymatemartin: Your comment gave me chills...such a vivid memory of it!

[@BethSan-b2b]

I cried so much at that part...in the theater and afterwards in the carpark. Just standing there helplessly sobbing with curious folks wondering why.

[@gregbowden1552]

My Great Grandfather Chief Drinking Bear Saw This Movie At The Drive In On The Reservation And Loved It❤

[@Christianne-md2nd]

Thanks for sharing that family story. Makes me smile.

[@Ron-d2s]

@@Christianne-md2nd Makes me wonder how many heads are being scratched over "Drive in"

[@rhubarbmontana1054]

I miss drive ins

[@Ron-d2s]

@@rhubarbmontana1054 I live in Montana and have a nice little plot of rhubarb, did you know if you cut off the light the stalks grow to find it and don't grow massive leaves? In rhubarb forcing huts you can actually hear the plants grow. Also Clan of the Cave Bear, I was 12... sitting alone in the back seat.......🤪😜🤪

[@marieheenan6817]

Another good movie is LAST OF THE DOGMEN staring Tom Beringer

[@martinmaidenbaum5159]

One of the best movies I have ever seen during my 85 years. I continue to watch it every time it comes to the screen.

[@PhilipFear]

The problem with this is though, is every time they show this great film on TV, they cut more and more footage out of the film to fit the shrinking time slots that keep forcing more and more cuts for commercials.... The only way to watch this movie anymore is on DVD so you actually get to see the whole movie and not in it's butchered form....

[@michaelholland1021]

Perhaps the best western film ever made. I readily identify with Lt. Dunbar, who wanted to see the West before it disappeared forever. Thank you, Mr. Costner, for your perseverance and keen attention to detail!

[@tomthorpe5996]

Dances With Wolves is so great that you can watch it over and over again. This is a great documentary about the movie. The sense of time and place is phenomenal as is the music.

[@rosemaryforester2265]

Dances with Wolves is surely one of the most haunting classics I have had the privilege of watching. Thanks for this Rewind.

[@frankgreen510]

Thought it was very good. Every film depicting events of the past obviously cannot be totally accurate . Who cares when it's trying to depict an event that not many still living could have witnessed ! It's entertainment and this film is good for everyone.

[@alizahalon]

This isn't a western. It is an epic.

[@SpectrumView]

That's so right!

[@deena2517]

So right!

[@Changelingheart]

Yes, bc I love this movie, and hate Westerns mostly.

[@gordonhalnan5549]

Perhaps it is a true Western, while those other movies we traditionally call Westerns should be reclassified as fantasies produced to appeal to the cultural biases of the era in which they were made?

[@debrahouston2884]

Indeed!

[@gchester713]

Dances With Wolves is my favorite movie of all time. Historical, romantic, spiritual, treating Native Americans with dignity, splendid acting, cinematography, and much more.

[@andrewwhyte9944]

In my opinion, the greatest western ever made. Fantastic acting, story, cinematography, scriptwriting, and musical score. One of my top 50 movies of all time!

[@serrielu8025]

Unforgiven, High Noon, The Searchers, My darling clementines,, Stage Coach, Ox Bow Incident, The Good Bad Ugly, Magnificent Seven, Shane, True Grit, Fist Full of Dollars, Good Day for A Hanging, Jeremiah Johnson,,, True Grit 2011, Outlaw Josey Wells,,, Wild Bunch, Butch Cassidy and Sundance Kid, 7 Men From Now, Red River ,,, Dances.. Costner’s first person narration is amateurish sounding. Otherwise a great movie.

[@cypher6938]

Agreed. But, Outlaw Josie Wales has to be #2 😊

[@jerryfreeman1709]

Dances with wolves and Lonesome Dove are two of the best westerns imaginable

[@greg4876]

Two of my favorite movies.....i still watch them every now and then

[@johnholliday5874]

"We don't rent pigs." 😂 Epic. Both of them!

[@Kenneth-p1b]

I agree..my two favourite films of all time.

[@Semprini537]

I enjoy both. I am from Croatia,never been over Atlantic, everything i know is from the movies. But i prefere docs. Westerns are not the real picture of that time, we, the whites are always the heroes. I disagree,but i did not live there and then. So sorry what happened to the Tribes

[@alandavis9644]

My great uncle had a Prairie wolf, was a wagoner, was wiped out by Comanche and survived by using his pet wolf for food and foot wear,ect. He went back out was completely disappeared, presumably by Comanche. HE gave his 1873 Winchester to my grandfather, i still have it.

[@katmax7451]

The music in Dances with wolves added greatly to this brilliant movie. 👍🏼

[@Fishinfool14]

John Berry is my favorite composer, this soundtrack and “Out Of Africa” pure brilliance ❤

[@spanishpeaches2930]

​@@Fishinfool14 Barry, not Berry. He won two Oscars for those scores.

[@dianebeier8379]

YES, IT WENT DIRECTLY INTO MY HEART!!❤❤❤❤❤

[@David-pd8li]

I'm 70 years old and grew up on John Wayne and Audi Murphy and loved that stuff. I probably saw every western ever made. In the 70's I left Nortn Carolina and went to New Mexico and worked as a ranch hand and began living the dream. I spent a lot of time on Jemez and San Juan Pueblos and on the Navajo Reservation with friends and learned to speak Te-wa, Ta-wa and some Navajo, as well and sort of became immersed in native culture and while I know Pueblo culture is very different then Lacota culture and early native culture differs from that of modern times, still the people are the same in some regards. Dances With Wolves has become my all time favorite western film because of its authentic feel and it's story line, which, to me seems totally plausible. I must have seen it more then twenty times over the years and I don't think I could ever tire of it. It's funny that in this video that it was compaired to Gone With The Wind because of it's length, but I'd say they're comparable in quality and their importance as pictures and I believe Dances With Wolves will prove to be as great a classic as GWTW is in the years to come. It is genuine genius.

[@EarthKeeperSelinaMu]

Well Said

[@WMBRADWALDENMYER]

Indeed one of my favorite top 5 westerns of my 75 years !!!

[@billbernhard3582]

Kudos to Mr. Costner and the entire cast & staff ! This movie is a true film gem, as well as an American historical relic, reinvented and presented !

[@alexandradombrowski4915]

Costner's portrayal of the native Lakota language, with English subtitles across the screen was genius! It elevated the standard for all films ever afterwards. Up until he'd done this, use of subtitles had been widely unpopular, having been considered too distracting. In effect, he wiped out the arrogance and ignorance of the ubiquitous use of English on American screens, inspiring us all to be more curious and more educated about human cultures.

[@orangemanok5800]

As a Star Wars nerd, I have to give Lucas his due. Greedo had subtitles in 1977. But seriously, I didn't even notice them in Dances. Not having them would have been a million times more distracting. That dialogue humanized the "savage" Indians.

[@WilliamAndScout]

Perfectly said. Bravo!

[@daviddempsey8721]

Bringing culture to insular Americans is a worthy aspiration, reducing xenophobia and exposing more of the rest of the world’s history and cultures to this group.

[@LoveyK]

In the book the NDN’s were Comanches.

[@LoveyK]

@@daviddempsey8721Xenophobia? Xenophobia is defined as fear and hatred of strangers or foreigners. American NDN’s were neither strangers or foriegners. The white colonizers were the strangers and foriegners.

[@beverleymeyer7899]

I loved this film and still do. At the time when it came out on video, my 7 year old son sat and watched the entire film without a break. He loved it too. Thank you Kevin and all native americans for this film.

[@faithfarmforever4795]

Ive watched this movie over 100 times - one of the best movies ever made!

[@abcvzz]

I'm from Bosnia as a teenager I've red the book/story Little Big Man written by Thomas Berger watched movie of course and I fell in love with American west and natives and then Dances with Wolves came I was amazed, came to USA as a refugee 1996 first chance i had I went to South Dakota to see all those historical sites amazing ,still amazed with Natives and their way of life.

[@ericscottstevens]

The deleted scenes give a grander view of the narrative. I do not care if the movie was 4 hours. It deserved a larger statement with the deleted scenes included.

[@abcvzz]

@@ericscottstevens agree 100%

[@jmweed1861]

There are a number of Historical Inaccuracies in the movie. First it depicts the West during the 1870s not the 1860s, during the Civil War. The book has Cheyenne Indians not Lakota.... There are more Henry Rifles in this movie than were ever purchased by the US Government. The Government purchased Spencers during the Civil War, not Henrys and Certainly Did Not Send these Advanced Weapons west during the War.... Even the Soldiers act like post Civil War Soldiers in the Regular Army, not Civil War Soldiers.....

[@ericscottstevens]

@@jmweed1861 During the Civil War the Union army sent thousands of captured Confederate soldiers to the western outposts. Some say It served 3 purposes as POW camps, as soldiers to man the western outposts, and placing POWs well out of theatre to worry about rejoining the confederacy. By about 1868 most POWs had been paroled. or went awol in search of land and or gold. Some Confederates joined the Union army. The deleted scene of the camp before Dunbar arrives really provides that rebel mentality of the confederates clad in blue not wanting to take orders from anyone.

[@sevenirises]

One of the best films ever produced. The actors were all outstanding.

[@patriciajones7869]

Cynthia Parker is my 3rd great aunt. Nice to know Costner managed a true-life story for the indigenous people's 🎉❤😢🎉

[@LoveyK]

Quannah Parker was my Grandfather’s Grandfather. His Mother, Mary, was Quannah’s daughter.

[@NataliaMontoya-k5s]

WOW!!!

[@rolandemartin854]

One of the best movies that I have seen in a long time. Costner did a supreme job of directing in my opinion. Thought the use of real native americans was one of the best I have seen. his depiction of the way of life was absolutely one of the first I have really liked.

[@deena2517]

Having been a fan of westerns since my twin brother & I were quite young, I grew up wondering why they used whites for Indian roles! It looked so obvious & fake!

[@tracycheney451]

I showed the buffalo hunt scene to 5th graders each year as part of a social studies unit on Native Americans.It’s priceless to convey the courage of men and horses in that way of life. So appreciative to have that iconic part of hunting culture portrayed so stirringly. Never get tired of watching this film; still my favorite!

[@TunesGS57]

I hope you explain to your students that the "American buffalo" are really bison.

[@2moneyhoney]

You are an awesome teacher! Kids fortunate to have you!❤

[@wokepotato]

Buffalo are native to Africa and Asia. Bison are native to North America

[@trishamack5929]

I have watched this wonderful movie so many times, I still cry.

[@Rascal19617]

Loved this movie "Dances With Wolves". Kevin Costner did a terrific acting job in his role as Lt. John J. Dunbar. The whole cast of members did a great job in their roles. This epic movie portrayed a great liking and culture of the Lakota Sioux tribe. So glad that Costner acted in and directed this magnificent film. Have watched this movie at least 50 times and bought the DVD. This film never gets old for me. Great filming, amazing acting and the buffalo, bison herds, horse back riding, all action and fights ... just an amazing, incredible epic film of the old west and the native Sioux tribe, wonderful kind people. Again, love Kevin Costner, he is a fantastic actor and director. Always a fan. ❤❤😊😊

[@katekrylov]

A beautiful and truly romantic movie. I have the habit of rewatching it from time to time. One of the immortal masterpieces.

[@silvialevyandio3457]

Dances with wolves is definitely one of my favorite movies, along with Kevin Costner as an actor and director; he always chooses sensible topics to bring awareness and I respect that very much

[@maureenpowers3086]

Best Western I ve ever seen! And I'm soon to be 79! I ve seen them all!!

[@annier6835]

Watching "Dances with Wolves" and reading "Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee" were deeply attitude-changing for me. I'm Australian so I cannot imagine how profound this would be for Americans.

[@gregtarris9057]

Bury Me Heart At Wounded Knee should be required reading in schools.

[@liongordel9088]

Chief Joseph of Nez Perce and Crazy Horse.

[@jessyvalentine7492]

Even just living a town over from a reservation feels profound, their history became our history to cherish and learn from as well. Like all americans i have one native great great great... grandmother who was a cherokee but married a white man so she didnt have to leave kentucky on the trail of tears. I even saw a photo of her that my great aunt has. Also, michigan is the most beautiful place in the world and i am eternally grateful all my ancestors' adventures landed me here.

[@caelachyt]

Both are mostly nonsense.

[@annier6835]

@@caelachyt I’m so sad you saw only that.

[@richardbennett9183]

We all need to watch this film again today.

[@100_American_Bison]

My grandpa was one of the cultural advisors for this movie and I missed him. Wish I could have talked to him before his passing.

[@guesswhoisme-bb6nc]

This is one of the best depictions of the life of native indigenous tribes in the Americas...

[@matthewbonner2261]

You’re easily fooled .

[@lorrainekempton2151]

I loved this movie ❤

[@doop6769]

​@matthewbonner2261 well according to this video, they had Lakota advisors who helped in the production, so you might want to correct them with your "expertise"?

[@InTheSpotlight755]

Dances with Wolves is an icon and a beautiful film. If you did not watch it yet, you really must see it. I keep watching it over and over again and never get bored. Beautiful movie.

[@askquestions1236]

I saw it on a quiet, Monday night in an empty movie theater. It was overwhelming and breathtaking!

[@michaelpayne6237]

Why don't they do a second chapter, and let people see the finish. I've always wanted to the ending.

[@alberthabib4220]

this is one of the most magnificent films I've ever seen, the characters, story, scenery and humanity of the film is beautifully wrapped in John Barry's genius sound track. I bought the film and have watched it over and over again. Wonderful, just wonderful.

[@dianejune7]

One of my all-time favorites! It never gets old, and I'll keep watching it over and over.

[@mtnwriter4011]

One of the very few films I can watch over and over again and NEVER tire of. It's always fresh and inspiring.

[@karenanderson5218]

I was totally enthralled while watching this move in the theater. I can’t believe Mary McDonnell did not win Best Actress that year considering she was speaking another language throughout the whole movie. The visuals were breathtaking. Kudos to Kevin Costner for one of the best pictures of all time.

[@L2p2]

Yes, While watching the movie I quite forgot that this is an actor whose native language is European and is depicted speaking an native American language fluently and then slowly recollects her original English. Very well done indeed.

[@jocec3283]

Not having seen that movie on the big screen is one of my biggest regrets... The photography must have been AMAZING...

[@rolonnemarieross7243]

So glad that my horse loving friend talked me into seeing it in the theatre too. It was just GREAT. I Love Kevin Costner, Graham Greene ,Tantoo Cardinal and Mary McDonnell. Best show I've seen in a very long time. I still have the VHS tape for it.

[@Granthelperdotcom]

Thank you for recognizing Mary’s incredible performance, Karen. I was her college roommate and still dear friends. I was angry at the politics of the awards scene, but she learned the ropes well and built a wonderful body of work! And she too, was inducted into the tribe and still maintains deep friendships with many of the players.

[@LolaLaRue-sq6jm]

As a linguist, I hate to disappoint you but her dialogue was ridiculous. That's not her fault, it was the script writer's fault. She couldn't understand basic, simple words but she remembered "soldier fort" from when she was just a little child 30 years before? Linguistically her dialogue was a mess.

[@pamelalackey7620]

I think I watched this film a half dozen times,it never gets old,it’s a true masterpiece and one of my top five movies!

[@Write-better-fiction]

One of the greatest westerns ever made. I’ve watched it numerous times and it still touches my heart.

[@SPX1970-5thReunion]

One of the top five movies, ever ! As good today as it was 25 years ago !

[@dapash8847]

Dances with Wolves was released 34 years ago in 1990.

[@sandystead8932]

the movie was long but somehow kept you glued to the screen. didn't want it to end. one of the greatest movies of all time.

[@frankmlchaelglasscock6539]

Big time

[@lindsaymann5383]

I absolutely loved this film. For so many reasons.

[@carolmacdougall4112]

Greatest movue ever made. Incomparable Costner as lead actor. Magnificent depiction of native Americans. My most favoutrite movie ever.☆☆☆☆☆

[@orlanduhden5842]

I loved this movie, Kevin Costner did an amazing job directing and acting. The many individuals that portrayed the characters in this movie were excellent. There were a few critics that were completely and utterly disgusting that trashed the movie but thankfully I didn't have to pay any attention to their rantings. Most people appreciate the incredibly hard work put into making this superb movie that made "Dances with Wolves" one of the very best westerns ever made.

[@NancyChasteen]

When this movie was released, I saw it 3 times in the theatre. Each time, I would see something I had missed the time before. It became my favorite movie. Then when it was released om VHS, I bought it and played it for my 3 little girls. They were enthralled, and yes, would cry when Two Socks was killed. They would stand up and yell at the men, sometimes running from the room. You would wonder why I let my girls watch It? The main reason was, that it depicted our American history. There were days on the weekend, I would just pop it into the player, and we would listen to the soundtrack, while we did our daily activities. The music is so uplifting. It is still is my favorite movie...

[@beeamerica5024]

One of the best ever made thank you Mr Costner

[@babatao]

I haven't watched this movie in years; i'd forgotten how much I loved it. Time for a re-watch.

[@beverlycothren1571]

It is still after all these years one of my top favorites, I don't think anything will ever top it. It well every honor it received and more.

[@LuckyBhai-c9o]

Kevin Costner and Mary Macdonnell were really great in this and I also appreciated the depth that was given to the Sioux, the movie wasn't afraid to show the brutality of their native ways alongside the good sides of them.

[@Kenneth-p1b]

I didn't want it to end..the final scenes of the migration to Canada(assumed) reminded me of the similar flight of the Nez Percè trying to escape thru the Bear Paw mountains, pursued by Gen Nelson Miles, a vindictive man who, when they caught up with the Nez Percè just 40 miles from the border, and freedom, ordered the beautiful Appaloosa horses shot, and the people into a Reservation. Chief Joseph's dying wish to be buried in his beloved Palouse Valley was denied..a sad tale.

[@su-rv2uq]

But it only showed the brutality of the Pawnee, and only one scene of Lakota violence, taking vengeance on a Pawnee after being attacked. No other sides were shown of either tribe. It even excluded how Christine came to be with the Lakota.Was it kidnapping or rescue? But, this is still one of the best movies ever.

[@kifi672]

@@su-rv2uq Never thought about that, I always thought her adoption was along the lines of the Little Big Man movie. She was left alone and found days later by another tribe.

[@somr1972]

She hid while her family was being raided when she was a child. I'm not sure, which tribe was responsible. She was taken in by the Lakota when she was found. At 6:34 he explains the real story of the "White widow" that inspired her story.

[@deeh6457]

@@su-rv2uqtrue enough…c’mon tho it was a 3 hr movie as it was. Can you imagine being in charge of deciding what to cut and what to keep… 😮…😂

[@knightdragon5640]

Two of our most favorite movies starred Costner in Dances With Wolves and Field of Dreams. Both excellent and worth watching multiple times. 🏆

[@kathleenwindasgoodwin9165]

Totally agree! Kevin was superb in both.

[@HaveCommonSense76]

Those are also my two favorites.

[@pauletteriddle3776]

I love this movie! I've loved it forever, and am grateful it was made. I can't imagine how hard it was. Costner channelled it from the universe, I have no doubt. Perfection.

[@chipmarley]

For story telling, cinematic brilliance capturing the beauty of the plains and the believability of the characters. It is my favourite film of all my 71 years and the music grabs you.

[@nesherben-negev1345]

To me, there has never been a better and more thought provoking movie than Dances with wolves. I watched it more than 20 times. It became ingrained in my soul because of the symbiosis between the Sioux people and nature. All the actors and actresses were superb and gave the film a sense of authenticity to the film. It temains an epic production for me.

[@deena2517]

I loved this movie, and would love to see the longest version!

[@elizabethrowe7262]

The best movie I have ever seen. I have seen it now 4 times and still enjoy ever time I see it. It is the best Western that was made and depicts how it was back in those times.

[@sandramyer7081]

I loved Dances with Wolves and still does! Its MY favorite story, real, new info and gorgeous cameraman with photography- great actors! Landscape- loved the native americans was so real! Language - culture- its the BEST movie i have ever had!

[@charleswilson8800]

My favorite western movie of all time.

[@karenlehn2351]

To this day,by far the most loved motion picture ,I’ve seen since Dr. Zhivago! The music score was just as wonderful.❤

[@mikedunn2505]

One o of the greatest pictures ever produced. My friend was half Sioux and understood much of the dialog. I read the sequel last year and would love to see it made into movie. Original Occupants have not only been poorly depicted but also mistreated immensely.My friends father, a full Sioux, was sent to a Indian School not by choice but by order of the U.S. Government. Yes, as a Conservative white man, I stand with the Sioux Nation and with all Original Occupant Nations.

[@kendallthompson7852]

Thank you for standing with us,my mother was a survivor of one of those boarding schools

[@PaulMcGill-hs4xk]

Boo boo hoo hoo j hmmmm L​@@kendallthompson7852

[@tkhdakota]

Many went to the Indian boarding schools and many never returned. Their families never knew what happened to them. My friends (Indian) visited a gravesite at an Indian boarding school. One tombstone simply said "Pima Girl", not her name, just her tribal affiliation. My Mother was born in 1941; she and my Aunt went to an Indian boarding school. My Mother was the younger child; when she saw her sister she started to cry for her. My Aunt saw her standing by the fence crying but they wouldn't let them see each other.

[@johngaither9263]

The only reason Indians still exist is because the government opted to try and forcefully integrate them into white society instead of killing them. An action the Indians all to seldom extended to white families they raided, murdered and kidnapped. It was a war and wars mean killing or worse. Sadly the war is still going on as demonstrated by Indian obstruction to anything proposed that was not their idea and continuing to struggle to regain control of land that was highly questionably ever theirs.

[@aislinnkeilah7361]

This was such an authentic and interesting film - truly a classic.

[@KathleenPriem-xl7lp]

Have always loved this movie, and find that tears flow at a few spots, particularly the ending.

[@jimbojet8728]

It is a phenomenal film. The scenery filming in the snow as the tribe moved through the mountains was nothing short of genius. A truly epic movie that I have enjoyed several times.

[@meacadwell]

Dances With Wolves has been one of my favorites since I first read the book then got the movie. It is priceless and a wonderful way to spend a snowy afternoon.

[@davidjuberg7990]

I cried the first time I saw it and still choke up after maybe 10 viewings. My all time favorite!!

[@melcraig9855]

It was the same for me. I’ve watched it so many times. Always the extended version. And honestly, many times i just watched it to the point where he rides back to get his diary 😔

[@waynekavanagh745]

Get a life !

[@davidjuberg7990]

@@waynekavanagh745 in a forum appreciating a great movie, your reply is not worth commenting on

[@ericjohnson6665]

Costner, ever the mold breaker! This was a fantastic film! Having grown up with Westerns as a kid in the '50's, I was delighted by its authenticity! I knew it was a turning point for the Red Man. Educate while entertaining the audience. The same was true of Waterworld and Hidden Figures ("here at NASA, we all pee the same color"). Preach without being preachy.

[@j.t.1215]

I can't believe that this film received such criticism. It is cinematic and wonderfully rich with a quest for authenticity.

[@JanieWolf-ql7bj]

I NEVER get tired of watching this beautiful movie. Simply amazing. Thanks Kevin.

[@lorenlal]

One of the best movies I've ever seen,, I only wish my Dad was Still alive to see it, as he loved old Westerns back in the Day...He would of Loved it ,,,As I do...Kevin Costner is a REAL TALENT,,

[@Kass268]

One of the best films showing respect for the indigenous people. It’s a movie that younger generations should watch and learn.

[@johnking6252]

Excellent movie from an excellent book, something seldom done in Hollywood. I still watch it today. 👍

[@jjtt7408]

It turned out to be a great classic western that people will love watching it over and over again and enjoy it as much or even more than the first time watching it

[@randallgoodnight1063]

This no doubt is one of the best movies I have ever seen! I have watched it numerous times and seen things I did not see prior. I will continue entertaining myself with this movie over the years! Great scenery, great actors, and great directing. It made me go back in time and time travel is a very entertaining function.

[@karenmyers627]

My most loved movie, from South Africa 🇿🇦

[@stellalopez8499]

Dances with wolves is one of my favorite movies!!!!

[@carmaela2689]

One of the best movies I have watched

[@martinmullen71]

I absolutely loved this film, and was able to sit there and watch the whole film without getting bored or fidgety.

[@LyndaReilly]

I loved it, all of it. It would be great to continue the story.

[@evvalynnv7414]

Absolutely my favourite movie and I'm 83, so I saw a lot of movies over my years. I enjoyed watching this background info as well; so much that I might look for the movie again(only saw it 4/5 times lol)

[@madleneroulette5371]

So prouda u Kevin Costner! I'm part Seauteaux on my dads side, regardless the criticism, you so Rock! Epic portrayal, love you beautiful man❤🎉

[@davidhutson2327]

I loved this film. The music enhanced the emotional connection.

[@lareegray6613]

I'm so glad Costner persevered and made this beautiful picture. It is one of my very favorite movies.

[@sunnyangel4521]

Best ever made. Best loved actors and performers. Best real informayions about Native Tribes. Finally : BEST of the best. Thank,s for having made such a piece of art.

[@susanmcneil6521]

One of the best and most beautiful films ever!

[@laurarivers6090]

It has always been my movie!! The movie was done in such realism and heartfelt scenes and acting that I had to own the movie! I personally award Costner and every actor! I am very proud of all! And am so happy everyone’s life has grown from the experience of this movie! Great work everyone!! Thank you!!!❤

[@barbroandersson8223]

One of the best movies ever. Fantastic! Thank you to all for this production. God bless.

[@phoebe5718]

I love good movies which over the last few years have been few and far between. Dances with is one of the best no greatest I have ever seen and knowing that a great actor can be such a great director is magnificent . Thank you very much for posting this. I loved it Ray.

[@Trini2DeBone]

it's the best movie I've ever seen. I saw it in cinema in 1990 and I'll never forget it. It was heart wrenching.

[@CarolLustgarten]

Loved the video. This movie is so amazing. So much talent. Great story telling. Wonderful characters acting scenery 🎶 music. Has everything. Deserves all the Oscars. Timeless.

[@gerryarsenault9270]

Best western movie ever! After seeing the movie on the big screen in 1991, I asked a video store owner how much a VHS copy of DWW would cost him. It was hundreds of $$$. I was tempted to buy it, but waited awhile and got it for much less. My wife is First Nation, I am not. To see First Nation peoples treated so respectfully in DWW overwhelms me with emotion to this day. Thank you Mr Blake and Mr Costner.

[@ATGriz]

One of my all time favorite movies! Thanks for sharing the behind the scenes.

[@rk41gator]

The criticism of this movie is ridiculous nit-picking compared to its immense positive cultural impact on both the film industry and perception of American history. As a old white guy with a long and cherished regard for Native American culture and humanity, I was amazed when this fine movie erupted. It is easily my favorite film. The courage and insight to buck popular neglect of the Western as an artful genre and the importance of elevating the language and traditions of our Lakota brothers and sisters can not be over-estimated. Costner deserves a metal of honor. And the minor flaws should be forgiven and forgotten. Hoka Hey.

[@JessicaBustos-ny5zo]

Totally enjoyed this movie!!!! Having Native American in me I appreciate movies like this.

[@Dwight-kk1qo]

i enjoyed every min. of it the first time, and again each time i watch it .