Indian Paint
Synopsis
Nishko is a chief's son in the Great Plains, before Europeans arrive. During his rite of passage, he's determined to tame a painted pony. He approaches manhood while his peaceful clan is set upon by a nearby tribe willing to break a treaty. He must also contend with the kidnapping of three young women from his village, his pony's illness behind enemy lines, his mother's coma after a rattlesnake bite, the medicine man's urging that he sacrifice what he loves best, the attack of a cougar and of wolves, and his own injury while alone in the woods. His kindness, bravery, and quick thinking serve him well, but rescue come from an unexpected source.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 8, 1965
Wide Cinema Exhibition
July 1, 2021
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Norman Foster
- Screenplay & Story
- Norman Foster
- Original Title
- Indian Paint
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Norman Foster
Norman Foster, Glenn Balch
Department Leadership Roster
Norman Foster
Director
Norman Foster
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
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Official cinematic photography and background stills for Indian Paint.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Indian Paint
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What is Indian Paint about?
Nishko is a chief's son in the Great Plains, before Europeans arrive. During his rite of passage, he's determined to tame a painted pony. He approaches manhood while his peaceful clan is set upon by a nearby tribe willing to break a treaty. He must also contend with the kidnapping of three young women from his village, his pony's illness behind enemy lines, his mother's coma after a rattlesnake bite, the medicine man's urging that he sacrifice what he loves best, the attack of a cougar and of wolves, and his own injury while alone in the woods. His kindness, bravery, and quick thinking serve him well, but rescue come from an unexpected source.
Who directed Indian Paint?
Indian Paint was directed by Norman Foster.
Who stars in Indian Paint?
The principal cast of Indian Paint includes Johnny Crawford, Jay Silverheels, Pat Hogan, George J. Lewis, Joan Hallmark.
When was Indian Paint released and how long is it?
Indian Paint was released in 1965 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Is Indian Paint based on a book or true story?
Indian Paint is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Glenn Balch".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Indian Paint?
Indian Paint holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).