Indian Paint
1965 · Movie · 91 min. · United States
Nishko is a chief's son in the Great Plains, before Europeans arrive. During his rite of passage, he's determined to tame a painted pony. He approaches manhood while his peaceful clan is set upon by a nearby tribe willing to break a treaty. He must also contend with the kidnapping of three young women from his village, his pony's illness behind enemy lines, his mother's coma after a rattlesnake bite, the medicine man's urging that he sacrifice what he loves best, the attack of a cougar and of wolves, and his own injury while alone in the woods. His kindness, bravery, and quick thinking serve him well, but rescue come from an unexpected source.
Direction Norman Foster
Cast Johnny Crawford · Jay Silverheels · Pat Hogan · George J. Lewis · John Hallmark · Cinda Siller · Bill Blackwell · Al Doney · Marshall Jones · Suzanne Goodman · Warren L. Dodge
Soundtrack Marlin Skiles
Screenplay Norman Foster · Glenn Balch
Cinematography Floyd Crosby
Original title Indian Paint
4.8
30 votes (FilmAffinity)
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