Hellen I like the storyline of this show,it attract me so much

FuzzyTagz If the ambition is to provide two hours of instantly forgettable, popcorn-munching escapism, it succeeds.

Whitech It is not only a funny movie, but it allows a great amount of joy for anyone who watches it.

Taha Avalos The best films of this genre always show a path and provide a takeaway for being a better person.

laerikli Back in the days, most movies with native Americans, portrayed them in a very stereotype way. Not many movies showed us the human side of the natives. This movie is not like the others, it shows us the great plains culture of those days, shows us the human beings who lived there, and their way life. Their struggle to survive, their love and compassion for each other, their joy, anger and sadness. Kevin Costner does an outstanding job here, both as a director and actor, but I would also like to mention Graham Greene, Rodney Grant, Wes Studi and Floyd Red Crow Westerman, who really gives an impressive performance in their roles. Check out the 4 hours director's cut of this film, it brings a whole lot more to the story. You will love it, just like I did. :)

Richie-67-485852 What makes this movie work is the story-telling aspect of it where the viewer can easily identify with and even insert themselves and wonder if they would or could do the same thing they are watching onscreen should it be them on this journey. The movie is presented as an adventure but not planned out but instead lived. That's the magic! Who wouldn't want to enter into lifes marrow and eat deeply from it. That is what takes place here and it also includes the reality or consequences better known as the price to paid for this experience. Costner pulls it off so much so that he proved everyone in Hollywood wrong and himself, talents, skills and abilities right. Richly deserved too. The movie holds to the test of time and has memorable scenes making it easy to watch several times and still capture the charm, mystery and drama to come. Here's some fun for you: Give yourself a name while watching this movie as they do in this movie to everyone. What will yours be? Mine? Eats with gusto because I like eating while watching a good movie. Get ready to....

areatw 'Dances with Wolves' is a good example of how far a simple story can go. This slow-burning, low-key Western is a heartwarming tale of friendship and loyalty. It's a film with a purpose and a big heart. The focus on plot and character development is always refreshing to see and the stunning scenery and cinematography make it a pleasure to watch.While the film has a lot going for it, there are a few noticeable weak spots. I can't help but feel Kevin Costner is more comfortable behind the camera directing than on screen. While his performance in this film is okay, a better actor would have done Dunbar's character more justice. There's also the excessive running time, which is felt at times due to the slow nature of the film. That said, these are only minor points in what is a special and memorable film.

aarondevoll Kevin Costner's "Dances With Wolves" involves a union soldier named John Dunbar (Costner), his leg wounded and ravaged, consciously chooses to die on the confederate line than suffer amputation. He purposely rides his horse along the enemies sideline trying to get shot. He survives and is awarded for his act of "bravery." With his leg fully healed, he relocates to a western fort in total solitude. Other soldiers unaware of his exact posting, he is left to fend for himself. As Dunbar rebuilds his new fort, he encounters nearby Sioux members. With no intentions of intimidation, Dunbar seeks out this indigenous tribe. He soon meets Stands With A Fist (Mary McDonnell), a white woman who was raised by this tribe. She mutilates herself while mourning for her lost husband. He returns her to the Sioux people and tries to communicate with them, after discovering the language barrier is too great Stands With A Fist translates between Dunbar and the Sioux. Thus beginning a relationship between white man and the Indians. Dunbar adapts to the culture and learns the language while romancing Stands With A Fist. Eventually Dunbar is given his nickname of "Dances With Wolves." After he helps the tribe defend themselves from a rival Pawnee attack, he marries Stands With A Fist and is fully integrated into the Sioux. Of course the tribe must relocate due to pressure of the white men, Dunbar of course says he will accompany them. When he returns to his fort, Dunbar is confronted by U.S army men and is arrested as a traitor. While he is transported, the Sioux track them down and kill the white soldiers and free Dunbar. Dunbar then makes the decision to leave the tribe with his new wife to prevent any further danger on the Sioux. The last shot of the film tells us that 13 years later, the last of the Sioux were subjugated to the American government.This was Costner's first film as director and for a debut, it is excellent. As far as strengths, the film has a soft, leisurely pace, which combined with a gorgeous score from John Barry, create a very lush canvas. Visually, "Dances" is strong, with compositions that are simple yet ethereal. The tone is also quite delectable. Almost poetic, as if Costner invites us to yearn for a more simpler time in American history to enjoy his tale.As far as it's flaws, the most obvious is probably the relationship between Dunbar and his wife (who is the "native" girl in the film). Although Costner handles their love scene very romantically, it's almost ridiculous the transfer of bodily fluids represents bringing two cultures together and all differences are virtually erased. This symbolism is rather stupid and has been used in several other films. More recently in James Cameron's "Avatar".8/10. For other westerns, see "Unforgiven", "Rio Bravo", or Sergio Leone's filmography. For a more unconventional western, see "McCabe and Mrs. Miller".