Buffalo Bill and the Indians; or, Sitting Bull’s History Lesson

The film Buffalo Bill and the Indians; or, Sitting Bull's History Lesson (1976) by Robert Altman is a satirical Western that critiques the romanticized portrayal of the American West and its heroes. The movie features William F. \"Buffalo Bill\" Cody and his famous Wild West show, which included Native Americans like Sitting Bull.

The film uses the historical context of Buffalo Bill's show, where Sitting Bull was once a participant, to examine the clash between Native American perspectives and the popular, often fabricated, narratives of the frontier. It highlights how figures like Buffalo Bill became icons through entertainment, often at the expense of historical accuracy and the experiences of Indigenous peoples. The movie questions the myths surrounding the West and its heroes, offering a more critical look at this period of American history.