Movie Description

Sioux Ghost Dance

(1894)

Overview

From Edison films catalog: One of the most peculiar customs of the Sioux Tribe is here shown, the dancers being genuine Sioux Indians, in full war paint and war costumes. 40 feet. 7.50. According to Edison film historian C. Musser, this film and others shot on the same day (see also Buffalo dance) featured Native American Indian dancers from Buffalo Bill's Wild West show, and represent the American Indian's first appearance before a motion picture camera.

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Facts

Original TitleSioux Ghost Dance

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1894-09-23

Original LanguageUnknown

Runtime 00h 01m

Production CompaniesEdison Studios

Genres

  • Documentary
  • Western