Dreamkeeper
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Movie Reviews of Dreamkeeper
Movie Review: I thank the creator for such a fantastic movie
Summary: 5 Stars
My family and I viewed this movie for the first time tonight. The main reason I purchased it is because my family is half white, half Native (Cherokee on my husband's side/Cherokee & Chinook on my side). We take every opportunity to introduce to our children, their Native heritage that we feel our "white nation" has pushed aside. I felt this movie would be a wonderful way of letting them see into their Native history. And I was even move pleased to see the portrayal of a Non-Native raised amongst the Native's who's heart beat as theirs. I disagree that this movie did not hold together the magickal impact. I was captivated from the beginning and loved how not just one, but many nations were potrayed in this movie. It was nice to see something of my Chinook side as well, which has been a difficult path to learn of. This movie had us laughing, crying, and excited with each story told. I recommend this movie to anyone who is willing to open their heart, mind, and soul, and learn what it means to walk the Red Road. Although it will not teach you, it will open your soul to the beauty abound and maybe even begin you on your own journey. "There is no word for I or me, only we and us"....I like that. We need more movies like this one. Blessings.Movie Review: proud to be cherokee
Summary: 5 Stars
I love this movie i can't think of one bad thing to say about it. Everything the acting,cinemotography,effects and story main story and side stories are amazing. Everything about the movie is very authentic and also is done very respectfully to this countries first nations people finally. Most importantly the side stories are filled with great morals and connect with the main story very well. Being a eight or sixteenth cherokee but full blood in my heart something no one can take from me i must say one of my favorite stories is the one about the kiowa who accepts the texan as their own. Because whats in ones heart is more important than the colour of ones skin in a sense. The way the colours are done are spectacular offset creating a beautifully enchanting otherly world. Watch for john trudells appearance as coyote it is spectacular. I also must mention that while great morals can be learned from the stories i find them very funny too as i have always found the humor of the first nations people to be. I must say the directing is execptional. So anyone looking for a movie that isn't one giant work of steryotyping or pity but instead want to learn some of their legends done with respect and authenticity should watch this.Movie Review: The first movie that has made me want to buy the DVD
Summary: 5 Stars
We have TiVo and have complete control over seeing the best of absolutely whatever we want on tv. Just happened to record this one, not really knowing anything about it. We were blown away...... even my husband who at times goes for mindless action etc. We had expected to watch just a little bit of it, but ended up viewing the whole thing in one sitting (& no ads due to tivo). We have never wanted to buy a dvd or video so that we could see something again, but this production has done it. We'll be buying copies as gifts too.The art direction was so well done, and the pace of the movie successfully convinces us the viewers of the change in world view and attitude that the grandson undergoes. The depictions of the stories were excellent, and the whole overall mood and tone of the production were very evocative.
I like the way each story had its own filming style. (Anyone who did a bit of Tim Leary experimentation in the 60s will find some nostalgia in the visual qualities of the story about the woman who lived in the sky with the thunder god -- the best depictions of those effects we have ever seen.) Wonderfully imaginative production. I would love it if there were more of these to come in the future.
Movie Review: Just when I thought it best to throw out the TV.
Summary: 5 Stars
We got up out of the middle of Pirates of the Caribbean to see the second half of this. I really didn't expect to see such a great production again on television, but, then again, I see from the other reviews that Hallmark had a hand in making this. From "Decoration Day" to "Dance with the White Dog" Hallmark makes memories for everyone and now they've given us "Dreamkeeper". I was glad to see many familiar faces in this film from my all-time favorite movie "Dances With Wolves". These actors' dedication to telling the story of their past should be given priority, I feel, over all the other races that have come to call America home if only because all of us "others" tread on the dust of these people as we move about in our daily lives.
As time goes on we're being made aware of the huge cultural loss that we're experiencing as this race quickly disappears. I see my own Greek-German heritage slipping quickly away even as I try to help my wife teach our kids about her Hispanic heritage. The heat has been turned up under the melting pot and I'm afraid not much will remain in the next few decades to pass on.
Movie Review: A Beautiful Symphony
Summary: 5 Stars
I'm doing film research on Indian actor, Eddie Spears and word got out that he played the main character in this movie. His previous work seemed to inspire me, which is why I picked up this film. I was skeptical on the length of time of the movie, but I must say it is well worth the three hours. I watched it in one sit down and couldn't take my eyes from it.
This film is mesmerizing and teaches lessons that have left a great impact on me as a person, as well as my spirit. It makes me want to get in tune with who I really am as a person and where I've come from. It stars all real Indians and gives me an understanding of their people. This is the work of art that can teach us as people to be accepting of our elders and ancestors. We must show our respect and honor them because without them, we would not exist. I get the message and others should, too. I'd recommend this movie every chance our get. The Indian storytelling should be heard all over the world. They provide knowledge of how life should be, and I am glad to have a chance to witness their prescence.
Much love to my Indian brothers and sisters.