“The Song Of Hiawatha“ (1997) - Classic Native American Film

This adaptation of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s beloved epic poem, “The Song of Hiawatha,“ celebrates the heroic deeds of the legendary Ojibway chief of miraculous birth, sent by the Great Spirit to lead his people. Fur trader Jean Bertrand (Michael Rooker), French priest Father Marcel (David Strathairn) and Indian interpreter O Kagh (Graham Greene) canoe through the Lake Superior region in search of Hiawatha. Tribesmen guide them to the lodge of his grandmother, Nokomis (Sheila Tousey), where she and tribal elder Iagoo (Gordon Tootoosis) tell Hiawatha’s story. For education, entertainment, enlightenment and inspiration. We hope you enjoy and even learn something. Never forget! #lionheartfilmworks #AmericanHistory #WesternHistory 🇺🇸👕🎖️** Find All Of Our Exclusive Patriotic & History-Oriented Merchandise Here - Every Sale Supports The Channel And Keeps Us “On The Air“: