The Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center of Nassau County will present, as part of the David Taub Film Series, a screening of the Peabody Award winning documentary, “Reel Injun,” by Cree filmmaker Neil Diamond, on Sunday, July 19, at 12:30 p.m.
The film takes an entertaining and insightful look at the Hollywood Indian, exploring the portrayal of North American Natives through the history of cinema. There will also be a guest speaker, Janine Tinsley-Roe of the Shinnecock Nation.
“Reel Injun” features candid interviews with directors, writers, actors and activists, including Clint Eastwood, Sacheen Littlefeather, John Trudell and Russell Means, as well as clips from hundreds of classic and recent films, including “Stagecoach,” “The Outlaw Josey Wales” and “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest.”
The film looks at how the myth of “the Injun” has influenced the world’s understanding – and misunderstanding – of Natives.
Light refreshments will be served. There is a suggested donation of $10. To reserve seats or for more information, please contact Deborah Lom at (516) 571-8040 or dlom@holocaust-nassau.org.
