Dances With Wolves

Union Lieutenant Dunbar (Costner) takes a new assignment on the Western frontier, where he comes into contact with the Sioux tribe and gradually comes to identify with them, falling in love with one of their women (Mary McDonnell), hunting buffalo and ultimately becoming a full-blown member of the tribe. A traitor in the eyes of his own people, Dunbar ultimately must decide to whom his allegiance truly belongs. Winner of seven Oscars including John Barry’s nod for best score.

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How long is Dances With Wolves?: Dances With Wolves is 3 hr long.

Who directed Dances With Wolves?: Kevin Costner

Who is Lieutenant John Dunbar/Dances with Wolves in Dances With Wolves?: Kevin Costner plays Lieutenant John Dunbar/Dances with Wolves in the film.

What is Dances With Wolves about?: Union Lieutenant Dunbar (Costner) takes a new assignment on the Western frontier, where he comes into contact with the Sioux tribe and gradually comes to identify with them, falling in love with one of their women (Mary McDonnell), hunting buffalo and ultimately becoming a full-blown member of the tribe. A traitor in the eyes of his own people, Dunbar ultimately must decide to whom his allegiance truly belongs. Winner of seven Oscars including John Barry’s nod for best score.