Tonka (1958)

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This Disney adventure differed from many films of its era in that it depicted an unusually humanistic view of Native Americans as it tells the story of a young Sioux who finds a wild horse, captures the magnificent animal, names him Tonka, and patiently gentles him. According to custom, he is supposed to give it to his elder cousin, a despicable and cruel fellow who takes pleasure in beating Tonka and who eventually sells him to the cavalry. A kindly cavalry captain buys Tonka and names him

Unrated, 1 hr. 37 min.

Western, Drama, Action & Adventure

Directed By: Lewis R. Foster

Written By: Lewis R. Foster, Lillie Hayward

Cast

Sal Mineo
White Bull
Philip Carey
Capt. Miles Keogh
Jerome Courtland
Lt. Henry Nowlan
Rafael Campos
Strong Bear
H.M. Wynant
Yellow Bull
Joy Page
Prairie Flower
Britt Lomond
Gen. George Armstrong C...
Herbert Rudley
Capt. Benteen
Sydney Smith
Gen. Alfred Howe Terry
Gregg Martell
Cpl. Korn
Slim Pickens
Ace
John War Eagle
Sitting Bull
Buzz Henry
Lt. Crittenden

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I was just a little girl when I saw this movie and today I am 56 years old. I think this is the best movie I have ever seen and I will try to get a copy of it. Anyone who loves horses will thoroughly enjoy this movie. It should be classified as a classic! I believe I saw it on a Walt Disney Sunday Night Special.

September 13, 2009

Susan Langlois

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