Crazy Horse and Custer: The Untold Story
Custer has been demoted from general and is assigned to shape up a squad of soldiers, but it's not long before he disobeys orders and goes into action; at one point, he joins forces with Crazy Horse where he gets the chance to offer the "white man" 's justifications.
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Plot Summary
This documentary delves into the complex relationship and fatal confrontation between the legendary Lakota leader Crazy Horse and U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel George Armstrong Custer. It aims to present a more nuanced perspective on their lives and the events leading up to the Battle of the Little Bighorn.
Critical Reception
As a historical documentary, 'Crazy Horse and Custer: The Untold Story' was generally well-received for its attempt to provide a balanced view of a pivotal event in American history. Critics often praised its use of historical accounts and its effort to represent both sides of the conflict, though some noted the inherent challenges in definitively telling an 'untold' story of such a well-documented period.
What Reviewers Say
- Appreciated for its effort to present a more balanced historical narrative.
- Praised for its attempt to explore the motivations and perspectives of both Crazy Horse and Custer.
- Seen as an informative, though not groundbreaking, look at a significant event in American Western history.
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Fun Fact
Richard Dean Anderson, known for his role as MacGyver, provided narration for this documentary.
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