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Dances with Wolves

7.8/10

Rating

181 min

Runtime

1990

Release Year

Kevin Costner

Director

Cast

Kevin Costner, Mary McDonnell, Graham Greene, Rodney A. Grant, Floyd "Red Crow" Westerman

Quick Synopsis

After being wounded in the Civil War, soldier John Dunbar attempts to take his own life but ends up saving others, which leads to him being assigned to a remote outpost on the Western frontier. At this isolated location, he gradually forms a close relationship with the nearby Sioux tribe, developing unexpected friendships and learning about their way of life.

Detailed Synopsis of Dances with Wolves

Wounded Civil War soldier John Dunbar tries to commit suicide—and becomes a hero instead. As a reward, he's assigned to his dream post, a remote junction on the Western frontier, and soon makes unlikely friends with the local Sioux tribe.

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