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California Indian

DramaAction
2011, 1h 37min
Nick Thomas, a Pomo Indian and a successful Los Angeles radio host, is forced back to the reservation to help his brother Chi, and tribal leader Rich Knight lead the Tule Lake Rancheria out of danger from a seedy casino investor. At risk is whether the Native American Tribe members decide to accept a payment for instant gratification, or retain rights over the Casino project for a long-term benefit. Based on a true story and actual events at the Pomo Indian Tribe reservation in Northern California. The struggles inherent on reservations today are depicted in this true to life drama transcending current stereotypes of modern Native American culture to showcase the depths of the heritage that thrives today.
Country: United States
Cast:
Timothy Andrew Ramos,
Mark Boone Junior,
Gary Farmer,
Gil Birmingham
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Timothy Andrew Ramos
As Nick Thomas
Mark Boone Junior
As Jonathan Jensen
Gary Farmer
As Rich Knight
Gil Birmingham
As Charles 'Chi' Thomas
Julia Jones
As April Cordova

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In the movie "California Indian," a successful Los Angeles radio host and Pomo Indian, Nick Thomas, is forced to return to his reservation to help his brother and tribal leader navigate a dangerous situation involving a seedy casino investor. The tribe must decide between a payment for instant gratification or retaining rights over the casino project for long-term benefit. Based on actual events, this drama depicts the struggles of reservation life and showcases the depth of Native American heritage beyond modern stereotypes.

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California Indian was released in theaters on November 20, 2011.

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