Ishi: The Last of His Tribe
A touching dramatization of a short chapter of American history, tracing the life of the last Yahi Indian from his childhood to his death in 1917 and the story of his friendship with an anthropologist after his discovery in northern California in 1911.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1978 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | TV Movie, Drama |
| Director | Robert Ellis Miller |
| Runtime | 100 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 4.0/10 (1 votes) |
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Ishi: The Last of His Tribe is an acquired taste at 4.0/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.
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A classic from 1978. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.
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🎭 Cast
Dennis Weaver
Prof. Benjamin Fuller
Eloy Casados
Ishi as an Adult
Devon Ericson
Lushi as a Teenager
Joaquín Martínez
Grandfather
Geno Silva
Elder Uncle
Joseph Runningfox
Ishi as a Teenager
Lois Red Elk
Grandmother
Gregory Cruz
Timawi as a Teenager
Arliene Nofchissey Williams
Mother
Michael Medina
Ishi as a Boy
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