The Trail Of Tears: Cherokee Legacy
Synopsis
This two-hour documentary explores one of the great historical tragedies of America's aboriginal people. In 1830, eager to gain access to lands inhabited by Native Americans, President Andrew Jackson enacted the Indian Removal Act which forced the Cherokee Nation to leave their homeland and to relocate into uncharted territory. Many of these forced settlers suffered from exposure, disease, and starvation, and upon arriving in Indian Territory, they arrived with no past and no future.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 1, 2006
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Chip Richie
- Screenplay & Story
- Daniel Blake Smith
- Original Score
- James Neel
- Original Title
- The Trail Of Tears: Cherokee Legacy
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 55m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Chip Richie
Daniel Blake Smith
James Neel
Steven R. Heape
Department Leadership Roster
Chip Richie
Director
Daniel Blake Smith
Writer
Steven R. Heape
Producer
James Neel
Original Music Composer
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What is The Trail Of Tears: Cherokee Legacy about?
This two-hour documentary explores one of the great historical tragedies of America's aboriginal people. In 1830, eager to gain access to lands inhabited by Native Americans, President Andrew Jackson enacted the Indian Removal Act which forced the Cherokee Nation to leave their homeland and to relocate into uncharted territory. Many of these forced settlers suffered from exposure, disease, and starvation, and upon arriving in Indian Territory, they arrived with no past and no future.
Who directed The Trail Of Tears: Cherokee Legacy?
The Trail Of Tears: Cherokee Legacy was directed by Chip Richie.
Who stars in The Trail Of Tears: Cherokee Legacy?
The principal cast of The Trail Of Tears: Cherokee Legacy includes Wes Studi, Wilma Mankiller, James Earl Jones.
When was The Trail Of Tears: Cherokee Legacy released and how long is it?
The Trail Of Tears: Cherokee Legacy was released in 2006 with a total runtime of 1h 55m.
Who composed the musical score for The Trail Of Tears: Cherokee Legacy?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Trail Of Tears: Cherokee Legacy was composed by James Neel.