The Education of Little Tree

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Summary: this movie is wonderful seen it before
Review: this movie is wonderful educating when you learn thatan
8 year old boy has to live in 1930;s living in 2 worlds
the indian and the other world people the grandparents
who taught him the old and the new way...please watch it
youwill not be dissapointed

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Summary: One of my all time favorite movies
Review: this movie will go into my library and be treasured for years to come. while it touches on the 'sensitive' issue of the persecution of Native Americans, it maintains a good connection with the 'white' sector of america as well bearing in mind little trees 'roots' (half native american half white). everyone will relate to the tender relationship between little tree and his grandparents while still getting a realistic idea of the plight of native americans in having to relinquish their children to missionaries running so-called schools, and the abuse children had to suffer at the hands of these individuals. the balance of tenderness and reality is well-done and i found myself smiling frequently...nevertheless, a tear a two did fall, but in real life tears and smiles intermingle. Recommend for people of all ages, and all races and ethnicities.

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Summary: Little Tree, Big Controversy
Review: This video, which is based on a fictional story often portrayed as an authentic autobiography, is one more example of "playing Indian." It would be nice to see this story left in the dustbin of history where it belongs, with more genuine stories of Native Americans getting attention. Personally, I don't want my kids reading or watching a story about Native Americans written by a notorious KKK member. The appeal of the book and the video should make readers and viewers question whether they are partaking of a myth. There are several good films about Indians. This isn't one.

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Summary: Answering hate with hate
Review: We were so disappointed with the Education of Little Tree movie. The Cherokee were treated sympathetically, but the whites were stereotyped as badly as native Americans have been in the past. The language and subjects addressed made it inappropriate for children and we had to fast forward through more than one portion. Most upsetting was the presentation of fundamentalist Christians. The characters were so one- dimensional they were like paperdolls. It was clear that the film makers do not understand or care to know the Scotch-Irish people. Well, at least the scenery was breathtaking.

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Summary: Beautiful movie teaching simple but profound values
Review: Wonderfully photographed, expertley directed and acted. The message is simple but true: Help each other through life with love and respect. A rare family movie. Some profanity but not gratuitous. Historically real and enlightening. Some scenes might be frightening to small children. It's been a long time since a movie has moved me like this one did. I think anyone eight years and older could appreciate this richly done story.