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2/4
Logan D. McCoy - wrote on 05/28/2019
Forever remembered as the self-important western epic that robbed "Goodfellas" of Best Picture, Kevin Costner's directorial debut is visually brilliant, but contains too much unnecessary VO narration and Disney-esque approaches to the themes its story tackles.
Rating of
3.5/4
worleyjamers - wrote on 06/29/2013
Many people think the 1990 Oscar for Best Picture should have gone to GoodFellas; I might have preferred that also, but don't discredit this film for that reason. This is a great film! Along with 92's Unforgiven, Dances With Wolves revamped the Western genre, making it popular again. Nominated for 12 Academy Awards and winner of 7, this classic film is a must see!
Rating of
3.5/4
mitchellyoung - wrote on 01/13/2012
This is Kevin Costner's best work, both as a director and as an actor. He holds a gravity and seriousness in his eyes that is missing from his previous hokey, "everyman" portrayals. The film boasts a strong story, impressive and often beautiful visuals, and a stirring score.
Rating of
3.5/4
Unknown - wrote on 12/06/2011
An easy, free-flowing epic set across the great plains of early western America. The story shows a believable integration of the main character into a Sioux indian tribe. The bonding unfolds with a gradual ease that feels justified over the three hour runtime. Again, this is another instance where the length of the movie is not so much felt due to proper editing and pacing. Done on a surprisingly small budget, and using very few non-Indian actors, the film encompasses a sense of historical closeness. Enjoyable for almost any demographic.
Rating of
4/4
ScriptWriter74 - wrote on 11/04/2011
Not your typical 'shoot'em up' western... but a fantastic story, beautiful camera work... a top 5 favorite all time. Love it!
Rating of
3/4
Chris Kavan - wrote on 09/24/2010
While Kevin Costner films can be very hit or miss, this is one of his better efforts. He manages to balance out the history with the action and drama, and yet retain a western feel. A delicate balancing act, but one that comes off pretty well.
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N/A
twijayatmo - wrote on 10/01/2009
Lonely in the fort making John J. Dunbar transform to be Dances with Wolves.Kevin Costner is triumph.I like the ending.
Rating of
3.5/4
sapien - wrote on 01/18/2009
I love this movie. Between this one and Open Range, Kevin Costner should definitely do more westerns. Oh, and I suppose that Wyatt Earp wasn't bad either.
Rating of
4/4
sixpockets - wrote on 05/26/2008
Kevin Costner is fantastic in this western. I'd see it again and again. Mary McDonnell, what an actress! A movie that depicts the Native American trials as they were.
