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Ishi's Return

2016 · 27 min Documentary
6.7 / 10 · TMDB

The story of Ishi, who became known as the "last wild Indian" when, at about 50 years of age, he wandered out of the woods in Oroville, Cal., in 1911. He died five years later; and his brain was sent to the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C.. Eighty years later, however, his descendants successfully fought to have his remains repatriated to his ancestral home.

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Year 2016
Genre Documentary
Director Chris Eyre
Runtime 27 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.7/10 (28 votes)

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Ishi's Return has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.7/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

Released in 2016, this film holds up just as well today. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.

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