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Baptiste Garnier and the Indian Wars

Torn between his Sioux heritage and duty to the U.S. Army, Baptiste "Little Bat" Garnier navigates the brutal Indian wars, becoming an integral figure in pivotal battles during the Great Sioux War and Wounded Knee. As allegiances blur, he confronts the heartrending costs of loyalty, identity, and a divided America.

  • Sean Restivo
    Director
    The Sioux: From Red Cloud to Wounded Knee (2023)
  • Daniel Leonard Bernardi
    Writer
  • Sean Restivo
    Writer
    The Sioux: From Red Cloud to Wounded Knee (2023)
  • Daniel Leonard Bernardi
    Producer
    Ultimate Sacrifices: CPT Jennifer Moreno
  • Robert Keith Collins
    Key Cast
    "Himself"
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Short
  • Runtime:
    6 minutes 15 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    June 30, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    15,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Distribution Information
  • El Dorado Films
    Distributor
    Country: Worldwide
    Rights: All Rights
Director Biography - Sean Restivo

Sean Restivo is a recent graduate of the School of Cinema at San Francisco State University, where he specialized in directing and editing. He is the editor of The Sioux: From Red Cloud to Wounded Knee.

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Director Statement

As a recent graduate from the School of Cinema at San Francisco State University, creating this film has been a journey of understanding, revelation, and profound respect. My academic years immersed me in the power of storytelling, and with this film, I aim to create discussions about the intricacies of identity, loyalty, and the often-painful crossroads of cultural allegiances. Baptiste's story, for me, is not just a historical account, but a reflection of the complexities that many still grapple with today. In capturing the visceral realities of his duality, I hope to spark conversations about our own relationships with heritage and belonging. My academic roots have grounded me in theory, but this film, my debut, is my heartfelt contribution to the ever-evolving narrative of America.