The Daughter of Dawn
The Daughter of Dawn is a silent Western, and one of the few films of the silent era to have an entirely Native American cast. It tells the story of a Kiowa woman and her lover, his feats of bravery, and their trials at the hands of a jealous rival and Comanche warriors. Completed in 1920, it was only shown a few times before being considered lost. Five reels of the movie were found in 2005, and restored by the Oklahoma Historical Society in 2012.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1920 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Western, Drama, Romance |
| Director | Norbert A. Myles |
| Runtime | 83 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 4.9/10 (25 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs its narrative by relying on the authenticity of its cultural context and the epic simplicity of silent cinema. It explores timeless themes of love, jealousy, and valor through the lens of a unique ethnographic record.
What lingers after viewing is the power of this rare, authentic glimpse into a world where every frame is a historical document, and emotion is conveyed through gesture and gaze. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Norbert A. Myles
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Dim lighting, silence, or period-accurate music. For full immersion into history and ethnography.
🎭 Cast
Esther LeBarre
The Daughter of Dawn
White Parker
White Eagle
Wanada Parker
Red Wing
Hunting Horse
Chief Chain-to of the Kiowas, father of Daughter of Dawn
Belo Cozad
Big Bear, Cheif of the Comanches
Oscar Yellow Wolf
Comanche Scout
Jack Sankadota
Black Wolf
Alice Apekum
Friend of Red Wing
Ella Apekum
Friend of Red Wing
Old Lady Sunrise
Older Comanche Woman
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