Standing Bear
Director
Jim Sheridan, Andrew TroyOverview
A depiction of the Ponca’s “Trail of Tears” march that led to the 1879 landmark trial of Standing Bear vs. the United States of America. This mostly unknown legal case helped all Native Americans to be considered “human beings” under the law, also setting legal precedent for many future civil rights matters within the U.S. courts.
Cast of Standing Bear
Crew of Standing Bear
About Standing Bear
What is Standing Bear about?
A depiction of the Ponca’s “Trail of Tears” march that led to the 1879 landmark trial of Standing Bear vs. the United States of America. This mostly unknown legal case helped all Native Americans to be considered “human beings” under the law, also setting legal precedent for many future civil rights matters within the U.S. courts.
Who directed Standing Bear?
Standing Bear was directed by Jim Sheridan and Andrew Troy.
Who is in the cast of Standing Bear?
The cast of Standing Bear includes Chaske Spencer (Standing Bear).