The Tonto Woman
Synopsis
A white woman is kidnapped from her home by Apache Indians. Traded to the Mojave Indians, she lives as a squaw for 11 years until she is found by her husband. Unfit for society he keeps her in a shack in the desert. Her solitary existence is transformed with the arrival of a Mexican. He befriends her, reignites her self-worth and increases her confidence. He re-introduces her to her husband and leaves. As he is leaving town he is ambushed by her husbands men and there is a gun-battle. Who lives and who dies?
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 15, 2008
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Daniel Barber
- Screenplay & Story
- Elmore Leonard
- Original Title
- The Tonto Woman
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 35m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Daniel Barber
Elmore Leonard
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Daniel Barber
Director
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What is The Tonto Woman about?
A white woman is kidnapped from her home by Apache Indians. Traded to the Mojave Indians, she lives as a squaw for 11 years until she is found by her husband. Unfit for society he keeps her in a shack in the desert. Her solitary existence is transformed with the arrival of a Mexican. He befriends her, reignites her self-worth and increases her confidence. He re-introduces her to her husband and leaves. As he is leaving town he is ambushed by her husbands men and there is a gun-battle. Who lives and who dies?
Who directed The Tonto Woman?
The Tonto Woman was directed by Daniel Barber.
Who stars in The Tonto Woman?
The principal cast of The Tonto Woman includes Francesco Quinn, Richard Brake, Charlotte Asprey, Sam Douglas, Lex Shrapnel.
When was The Tonto Woman released and how long is it?
The Tonto Woman was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 35m.