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Incident at Oglala (1992)

"What are the facts - And what is the truth?"

7.019921h 29mEN
Documentary

Directed by Michael Apted

Rating

7.0/10

Runtime

1h 29m

Language

EN

Release

May 8, 1992

Director

Michael Apted

Overview

On June 26, 1975, during a period of high tensions on the Pine Ridge reservation in South Dakota, two FBI agents were killed in a shootout with a group of Indians. Although several men were charged with killing the agents, only one, Leonard Peltier, was found guilty. This film describes the events s...

Cast

Robert Redford

Robert Redford

Narrator (voice)

Leonard Peltier

Leonard Peltier

Self

Norman Zigrossi

Norman Zigrossi

Self - Former Assistant FBI Regional Head, South Dakota

Robert Sikma

Robert Sikma

Self - Former Assistant U.S. Attorney

Darelle Butler

Darelle Butler

Self

Bob Robideau

Bob Robideau

Self

Norman Brown

Norman Brown

Self

Duane Brewer

Duane Brewer

Self - Former GOON Squad Member

Calvin Jumping Bull

Calvin Jumping Bull

Self

William Muldrow

William Muldrow

Self - U.S. Government Commission on Civil Rights

Dennis Banks

Dennis Banks

Self - Co-Founder American Indian Movement

James Abourezk

James Abourezk

Self - Former U.S. Senator, South Dakota

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Incident at Oglala (1992), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

On June 26, 1975, during a period of high tensions on the Pine Ridge reservation in South Dakota, two FBI agents were killed in a shootout with a group of Indians. Although several men were charged with killing the agents, only one, Leonard Peltier, was found guilty. This film describes the events surrounding the shootout and suggests that Peltier was unjustly convicted.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Incident at Oglala. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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