
Nishko is a chief's son in the Great Plains, before Europeans arrive. During his rite of passage, he's determined to tame a painted pony. He approaches manhood while his peaceful clan is set upon by a nearby tribe willing to break a treaty. He must also contend with the kidnapping of three young women from his village, his pony's illness behind enemy lines, his mother's coma after a rattlesnake bite, the medicine man's urging that he sacrifice what he loves best, the attack o... (Full plot summary below)
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Nishko is a chief's son in the Great Plains, before Europeans arrive. During his rite of passage, he's determined to tame a painted pony. He approaches manhood while his peaceful clan is set upon by a nearby tribe willing to break a treaty. He must also contend with the kidnapping of three young women from his village, his pony's illness behind enemy lines, his mother's coma after a rattlesnake bite, the medicine man's urging that he sacrifice what he loves best, the attack of a cougar and of wolves, and his own injury while alone in the woods. His kindness, bravery, and quick thinking serve him well, but rescue come from an unexpected source.
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| User ReviewKeenan SI found this film in a 12-pack of films and I found it to be a pleasant surprise. While the film has a familiar premise, for the most part it is executed well and the film is very entertaining since it is filled with adventure and even finds time to be funny as well. Indian Paint may not be original, but it is a fine child-befriending-animal film. |
| User ReviewMichael WYoung Indian brave tames a wild colt in a coming of age story. An unremarkable family film that did manage to bring home the Parents Magazine medal award. Dated and simplistic. |