Movies like The Last of His Tribe

Wind River, though a more modern and thrilling take, dives into the plight of Native American communities through an investigation of a young woman's death on a reservation. Its gritty portrayal of modern tribal life and emphasis on justice may attract viewers interested in the themes presented in The Last of His Tribe.

The New World, directed by Terrence Malick, is a visually stunning film focusing on the encounter between Captain John Smith and Pocahontas, as well as the founding of the Jamestown settlement. This movie offers another deeply human portrait of the intersection between Native American cultures and European settlers, echoing the cultural connections explored in The Last of His Tribe.

Directed by and starring Kevin Costner, Dances with Wolves is an epic tale of a Civil War soldier who befriends the Lakota Indians and becomes part of their tribe. Its themes of cross-cultural friendships and the tragic history of Native Americans will resonate with viewers who appreciated the poignant storytelling of The Last of His Tribe.

This film, based on a short story by Sherman Alexie, provides a contemporary glimpse into the life of two Coeur d'Alene Native Americans as they take a road trip that confronts family legacies and tribal histories. It combines humor and heart in ways that audiences fond of The Last of His Tribe's earnest humanism might appreciate.

This film is an adaptation of Dee Brown's classic book, chronicling the displacement and decline of the American Indian tribes from the late 1800s onwards. Like The Last of His Tribe, it tells a story that is a tragic aspect of American history, dealing with themes of injustice and the endurance of the human spirit.

Thunderheart involves an FBI agent's investigation into a murder on a Native American reservation, which ultimately confronts him with his own Sioux heritage. It blends a compelling mystery with the exploration of identity and indigenous culture, similar to The Last of His Tribe.