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One Little Indian [VHS]
 
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One Little Indian [VHS] (1973)

Starring: James Garner, Vera Miles Director: Bernard McEveety (II) Rating: G (General Audience) Format: VHS Tape
3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)


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Product Details

  • Actors: James Garner, Vera Miles, Pat Hingle, Morgan Woodward, John Doucette
  • Directors: Bernard McEveety (II)
  • Format: Color, Original recording reissued, Original recording remastered, NTSC
  • Language: English
  • Rating: G (General Audience)
  • Number of tapes: 1
  • Studio: Starz / Anchor Bay
  • VHS Release Date: April 25, 2000
  • Run Time: 90 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: 6305807655
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #27,674 in Video (See Bestsellers in Video)

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    #20 in  Video > Kids & Family > Disney Home Video > Live Action > Adventures
    #64 in  Video > Westerns > Comedy

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Filmed on location in Utah, One Little Indian is a leisurely paced Western adventure for children and families. This sets it apart from many of those that preceded it in the '70s--and appear to have served as influences--like Little Big Man (1970) and Jeremiah Johnson (1972). There is less violence and, as in many Disney productions, animal sidekicks are a big part of the action; in this case, an ornery camel named Rosie and her calf, Thirsty. James Garner plays Keyes, a deserter from the U.S. Cavalry, who "borrows" the camels while making his escape. Shortly afterwards, he meets Mark (Clay O'Brien), a white boy raised by Indians upon the death of his parents. He too slipped away from the cavalry after they rounded up his adopted family for relocation. He joins Keyes for a trip to Mexico. Along the way, they encounter widow Doris McIver (Vera Miles) and daughter Martha (Jodie Foster). All the while, the cavalry is hot on their trail. Bernard McEveety directed episodes of a number of TV Westerns from the '50s through the '70s. These included Gunsmoke, which featured appearances by Miles (a favorite of John Ford) and Foster. He would later direct Garner in his best-known series, The Rockford Files, the following year. --Kathleen C. Fennessy

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Facing the hangman's noose for desertion and mutiny, an AWOL cavalry man (James Garner) is on the run in the New Mexico desert, but finds his escape complicated by a 10-year-old runaway boy. The two encounter a pioneering widow (Vera Miles) and her daughter (Jodie Foster), who must choose between aiding the fugitives or hindering their desperate flight. They all find themselves in a test of endurance, trust and--ultimately--survival.

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Support Your Local Camel Jockey, May 18, 2006
One Little Indian is a late entry from the Golden Age of Walt Disney, but it's an engaging and enjoyable film. James Garner was in a transitional period here, dabbling with TV and high-grade B-movies like Those Daring Dobermans. He's just as charming as ever, which seems out of place since he IS a deserter. However, as the script is a timely one, his only "crime" was disrupting a massacre of a peaceful Indian camp. So perhaps for the only time in history, we have Viet Nam, Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee, and Jodie Foster coinciding in spacetime.

Several things make this a good movie. An early tip off to the quality is a first-rate Jerry Goldsmith soundtrack. Next, and most important, Clay O'brien is a very appealing child actor. Add Jodie Foster to the young'un cast and you've got a nice set of kids. Not only that, but the supporting cast is loaded with familiar faces if you're a Western fan. The only shortcoming is there are too few scenes with Vera Miles. I wish the interlude between her and Mr. Garner had lasted longer. In breaking with current tradition, Andrew Prine plays a clergyman who is honest, sympathetic, and Godly. Hollywood hasn't heard of anything like that in decades! And as for the camel(s), it is not just a gimmick, but is really relevant to the plotline. I suppose if the camel had belched or farted, the movie would appeal more to kids today, but thank God there was once a time when they considered that too vulgar. In short, this is good vintage James Garner with a lot of extras thrown in.

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars What a hoot!, August 10, 2005
This review is from: One Little Indian (DVD)
I loved this film.

What an absolutely hilarious movie. There are scenes that are so unforgettable.... like in the first place.... what is James Garner doing on a camel in the old west?!?!?

But it makes sense as the film goes along. And the scenes between James Garner and the little boy Clay O'Brien are often comical. They work great together. You'd never know that the "Indian" boy in this film is the same blonde-haired, blue-eyed youngster in John Wayne's classic film, "Cahill, U.S. Marshall".

I enjoy a good comedy film, and this one is near the top of my list. James Garner is always so believable in whatever role he plays.... and if being a camel-riding, orphan-toting, short-tempered cavalry-escapee is his role, only James Garner can make it seem believable (in the comedy role that it is).

If you wish to view a simple, rural, 1800's-style comedy film that is sure to be enjoyed.... this is one I'd certainly recommend.

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Family movie with favorite actors, February 16, 2005
By Scotland (Northridge, CA United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: One Little Indian (DVD)
I remember seeing One Little Indian as a kid so I picked it up. There's not much action but a long traveling story. The interesting thing is the list of up and coming stars that were in it.
Jay Silverheels (Tonto), Jim Davis from the tv show Dallas
Robert Pine from CHIPS, James Garner from Rockford Files and of course Jodie Foster.
As many Disney films there's some action and sad events in the story. A white boy (Clay O'Brien)who was captured by the indians as a child. Then taken away from his indian "mother" whom he wants to get back to. This is a fine family movie for the younger set and for those who want to see the actors before they were famous.
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4.0 out of 5 stars One Little Indian
This is a delightful movie that the whole family can enjoy. James Garner is at his best in an interesting story that has a nice mix of action, humor and romance, and filmed in the... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Keith Gunnar

4.0 out of 5 stars Good family entertainment
Fans of James Gardner will enjoy this movie. The little indian is the little boy in "The cowboys" the boys removed the blocks from under the chalk board so the boy is taller than... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Paul D. Clark

4.0 out of 5 stars Camels in the Calvary
THE STORY: When a U.S. Cavalryman attempts to intercede in a massacre of a village, he is branded an outlaw charged with mutiny. He flees towards old Mexico with U.S. Read more
Published 8 months ago by microjoe

5.0 out of 5 stars Thought provoking....
Seeing this movie for the first time a few days ago, I was impressed by how it still has issues that are faced today. Read more
Published 20 months ago by StarLady

3.0 out of 5 stars Cute for Kids - But Is It About an Indian??
You have to start this with one thing in mind - this is a Disney film. That means you have a very white washed, comedic view of what is happening. Read more
Published on November 30, 2006 by Lisa Shea

5.0 out of 5 stars good adventure
I loved this movie as a kid! Don't know why a kid wouldn't like it unless he/she was raised watching only horror and violence.
Published on November 1, 2004 by C. Forest

2.0 out of 5 stars Kids didn't like it
Garner made 2 movie for disney. if your on the look out for good family movie that are fun, no cursing or nudity, a little action and a little romance... Read more
Published on July 26, 2003 by JediMack

3.0 out of 5 stars Comedy for a change of pace.
James Gardner makes this sporadic paced comedy putter along. It does have some good lines and pranks if you can stay awake with the dead fill time. Read more
Published on June 21, 2003 by D. L. Phillips

4.0 out of 5 stars Not suitable for Region 2
A thoroughly enjoyable film, especially for James Garner fans. Some amusing moments but never played tongue in cheek. Read more
Published on February 23, 2002 by K. Bell

4.0 out of 5 stars Another Family movie
This is another excellent family movie.
Published on June 12, 2000 by Kathleen Bounds

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