Thunderheart
“Two men from different worlds. Two cops after the same killer. Together they must uncover the secrets. Together they must discover the truth.”
Synopsis
A young mixed-blood FBI agent is assigned to work with a cynical veteran investigator on a murder on a poverty-stricken Sioux reservation.
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THUNDERHEART TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-01-12
Top Cast
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Val Kilmer
Ray Levoi
Sam Shepard
Frank Coutelle
Graham Greene
Walter Crow Horse
Fred Ward
Jack Milton
Fred Thompson
William Dawes
Sheila Tousey
Maggie Eagle Bear
Ted Thin Elk
Grandpa Sam Reaches
John Trudell
Jimmy Looks Twice
Julius Drum
Richard Yellow Hawk
Sarah Brave
Maisy Blue Legs
Allan R.J. Joseph
Leo Fast Elk
Sylvan Pumpkin Seed
Hobart
Patrick Massett
Agent Mackey
Rex Linn
FBI Agent
Brian A. O'Meara
FBI Agent
Duane Brewer
Ranger
Lewis C. Bradshaw
Ranger
Dennis Banks
Self
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 3, 1992
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 1, 1995
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Apted
- Screenplay & Story
- John Fusco
- Original Score
- James Horner
- Original Title
- Thunderheart
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 59m
- Production Studios
- TriStar Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Apted
John Fusco
James Horner
Roger Deakins
Ian Crafford
Robert De Niro, Michael Nozik, Jane Rosenthal, John Fusco
Department Leadership Roster
Robert De Niro
Producer
Roger Deakins
Director of Photography
Jane Rosenthal
Producer
Ian Crafford
Editor
John Fusco
Producer
Michael Apted
Director
John Fusco
Screenplay
James Horner
Original Music Composer
Webster Whinery
Stunt Coordinator
Dan Bishop
Production Design
Susan Lyall
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Thunderheart
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What is Thunderheart about?
A young mixed-blood FBI agent is assigned to work with a cynical veteran investigator on a murder on a poverty-stricken Sioux reservation.
Who directed Thunderheart?
Thunderheart was directed by Michael Apted.
Who stars in Thunderheart?
The principal cast of Thunderheart includes Val Kilmer, Sam Shepard, Graham Greene, Fred Ward, Fred Thompson.
When was Thunderheart released and how long is it?
Thunderheart was released in 1992 with a total runtime of 1h 59m.
Who composed the musical score for Thunderheart?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Thunderheart was composed by James Horner.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Thunderheart?
Thunderheart holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).