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Critic Kim Newman
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Generally solid and Patric holds up his end, but Studi gives a performance so good you wish this film was actually about Geronimo rather than yet another indulgence of the guilt of the White Man.

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Cast & Crew

Walter Hill
Director
Allan Graf
As Soldier in Charge of Hangings (uncredited)
Gene Hackman
As Brig. Gen. George Crook
Mark Boone Junior
As Afraid Miner
M.C. Gainey
As Unafraid Miner
Matt Damon
As 2nd Lt. Britton Davis
Robert Duvall
As Chief of Scouts Al Sieber

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Geronimo: An American Legend is a historical action-western film that tells the story of the legendary Apache warrior Geronimo and his struggle against the United States Army in the late 1800s. The film follows Geronimo's journey from a respected healer to a leader of armed resistance, as he fights to protect his people and their way of life. Led by Wes Studi in the title role, the film features a talented cast including Jason Patric, Robert Duvall, Gene Hackman, and Matt Damon. The movie is directed by Simon Wincer and written by John Fusco, who also wrote the screenplay for Dances with Wolves. The film is set in the 1880s and follows the events leading up to Geronimo's surrender in 1886. The Apache have reluctantly agreed to settle on a reservation established by the American government, but many struggle to adapt to their new way of life. Geronimo forms a militia and carries out guerilla attacks against the U.S. Cavalry, led by Lieutenant Charles B. Gatewood, who is torn between his respect for Geronimo and his duty to his country. The film's plot centers around the relationship between Geronimo and Gatewood, as well as the government's broken promises and necessary actions that lead to Geronimo's eventual surrender. Despite the film's focus on action and adventure, it also explores themes of cultural clashes, loyalty, and betrayal. Geronimo: An American Legend was released in 1993 and received generally positive reviews from critics, with many praising the performances of its cast and the film's epic scope. It was also a commercial success, grossing over $40 million at the box office. Overall, Geronimo: An American Legend is an exciting historical action-western film that tells a powerful and emotionally charged story of one of America's most legendary figures. With a talented cast, stunning cinematography,

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Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Geronimo: An American Legend include Braveheart, The Last of the Mohicans, Rob Roy, 1492: Conquest of Paradise, Rosewood, Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story.

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Geronimo: An American Legend was released in theaters on December 10, 1993.