A post in celebration of Native American Heritage Month from NowThis on YouTube. I’m always amazed at how talented actors are, and it’s important to be reminded that it takes great practice and skill to become that talented. Upon first seeing this image, I immediately recognized the individual from The Last of the Mohicans, where he played a role as a villain (there’s some dispute in whether his character was a villain or a hero in the film, but he was generally cast as a villain). He played that role exceptionally well, and in doing so his characterization shined a unique light on the historical struggles of Native Americans. He’s played an acting role in several movies, particularly those depicting Native American culture, but his role in The Last of the Mohicans is one of my most memorable of his roles. I’m often happy to see the actual actors of villainous characters in real life, them just being their natural selves vs the scary characters that they’ve portrayed in film. Let’s just say, it was uplifting to see his wonderful smile in this image. I don’t think he smiled even once in the movie, as he likely wasn’t supposed to considering the oppression that was occurring against the Natives during that time in America, according to the historical setting of the film, and also the role that he played in that film. Without a doubt, Wes Studi is a talented actor and incredibly so he’s also a Native American Activist. Learn about the life and work of Wes Studi, A North America Native of the Cherokee Tribe and one of the most gifted and skilled actors in the United States. [Image Source: NowThis, via Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/post/Ugx40CxDjfOQsrpAgxx4AaABCQ]
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FYI: I planned to make these posts much earlier in the month, but fascism and racism got in the way. That’s what they do; they disrupt, among other things. So, I’m making the posts now. [Perhaps, we should punch fascism and racism in the face, just kidding…hmm, maybe not. No, violence in activism should only be used as a last resort. Truths. Sad, but true. Self-defense is a human right and so is the defense of societal peace and freedom.]