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A Man Called Horse

A Man Called Horse

Western · Drama · 1970

In 1825, English peer Lord John Morgan is cast adrift in the American West. Captured by Sioux Indians, Morgan is at first targeted for quick extinction, but the tribesmen sense that he is worthy of survival. He eventually passes the many necessary tests that will permit him to become a member of the tribe.

Movie details

A Man Called Horse

“A man called "Horse" becomes an Indian warrior in the most electrifying ritual ever seen!”

1970 Western · Drama 1h 54m

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6.4 / 10

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In 1825, English peer Lord John Morgan is cast adrift in the American West. Captured by Sioux Indians, Morgan is at first targeted for quick extinction, but the tribesmen sense that he is worthy of survival. He eventually passes the many necessary tests that will permit him to become a member of the tribe.

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Names above the title

The people responsible.

Directed by

Elliot Silverstein

Written by

Dorothy M. Johnson · Jack DeWitt

Richard Harris

Richard Harris

John Morgan

Jean Gascon

Jean Gascon

Batise

Judith Anderson

Judith Anderson

Buffalo Cow Head

Corinna Tsopei

Corinna Tsopei

Running Deer

Manu Tupou

Manu Tupou

Yellow Hand

Dub Taylor

Dub Taylor

Joe

James Gammon

James Gammon

Ed

Court is in session

Put A Man Called Horse on trial.

Two incompatible taste archetypes. One film. Read the arguments, then issue a completely binding cultural ruling.

The defence The Prestige Tourist

“Ambition earns the room.”

The film reaches for consequence and scale, accepting the risk of seriousness instead of shrinking from it.

The prosecution The Adrenaline Seeker

“Importance has entered the chat.”

The production keeps announcing its significance, as though awards-season posture were proof of insight.