Baptiste Garnier and the Indian Wars
“Torn between his Sioux heritage and duty to the U.S. Army, Baptiste "Little Bat" Garnier navigates the brutal Indian wars. As allegiances blur, he confronts the heartrending costs of loyalty, identity, and a divided America.”
Synopsis
In 1866, as the U.S. modernized its military, the Army Reorganization Act allowed Native Americans to enlist as scouts, heralding a profound era of change. Amidst this backdrop, the film unfolds the story of Baptiste Garnier, a half Oglala Sioux, half French-Canadian scout known as "Little Bat." Torn between his Sioux roots and his U.S. allegiances, he navigated the brutal Indian wars and was at the heart of pivotal battles, including the tragic Wounded Knee massacre. Although perceived as a bridge between two worlds, Baptiste's duality often led him to make heartbreaking decisions. By the time of his untimely death in 1900, shot by a white bartender over a bar tab dispute, he epitomized the complex weave of identity and legacy, raising questions about the cost of serving two peoples in a divided America.
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September 1, 2023
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$22K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sean Restivo
- Original Title
- Baptiste Garnier and the Indian Wars
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 6m
- Production Budget
- $22K
- Production Studios
- Veteran Documentary Corps, El Dorado Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sean Restivo
Sean Restivo
Daniel L. Bernardi
Department Leadership Roster
Sean Restivo
Director
Daniel L. Bernardi
Producer
Sean Restivo
Editor
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What is Baptiste Garnier and the Indian Wars about?
In 1866, as the U.S. modernized its military, the Army Reorganization Act allowed Native Americans to enlist as scouts, heralding a profound era of change. Amidst this backdrop, the film unfolds the story of Baptiste Garnier, a half Oglala Sioux, half French-Canadian scout known as "Little Bat." Torn between his Sioux roots and his U.S. allegiances, he navigated the brutal Indian wars and was at the heart of pivotal battles, including the tragic Wounded Knee massacre. Although perceived as a bridge between two worlds, Baptiste's duality often led him to make heartbreaking decisions. By the time of his untimely death in 1900, shot by a white bartender over a bar tab dispute, he epitomized the complex weave of identity and legacy, raising questions about the cost of serving two peoples in a divided America.
Who directed Baptiste Garnier and the Indian Wars?
Baptiste Garnier and the Indian Wars was directed by Sean Restivo.
Who stars in Baptiste Garnier and the Indian Wars?
The principal cast of Baptiste Garnier and the Indian Wars includes Robert Keith Collins.
When was Baptiste Garnier and the Indian Wars released and how long is it?
Baptiste Garnier and the Indian Wars was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 6m.