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That's Andy Fraser. It was stupid not to! He is corrupt and if he can't get what he wants done one way, he'll get it done another. Guide book STILL MP: It didn't leave you craving for the city lights? I: How do you feel about Indians being depicted in films by white people, in earlier movies? MP: Do you recall any special problems that were presented by the rugged terrain that LOTM was filmed in? MP: Is this role already accepted or is it something you're considering? Then laughter] You know, Etzerza, who has been Eric's carving "guru"; in previous conversations Eric has said Vern and he have known each other a long time and he considers Vern to be one of his best buddies. EARLY in place of the word. Of course, like you were saying before, the old films from the 50s were horrible .. the Indians were the bad guys and they had to be eradicated no matter what. So, you have the tradition to work with. but are you interjecting your own mood? Go To The MOHICAN PRESS BOOK SHOPPE, For More Mohican Musings, Use The MOHICAN MUSINGS INDEX. Vincent Schilling, Akwesasne Mohawk, is the associate editor and senior correspondent at Indian Country Today who enjoys creating media, technology, comics, and movies. You know, if you get beaten down for so long and then you All kids want to do now is rap, which is great and I understand when you turn 15 or 16 you want to express yourself. No, we don't have "Red River"! have been because they had aged so much and the paint had flaked off. it was aged down, but we just took a shot at it and it turned out wicked. You know Wes Studi's got his own film company and he's doing . [Wardancer Film Group] MP: So, most of what you've been offered, not just yourself, but with a lot of Indian people, . it's always "the Indian" role of a hundred or so years ago? Russell or Daniel? But they didn't want to shave his hair, so they gave into us. Has Eric ever heard of "running the gauntlet"? I just wish this had a bit more exposure down in the States. Eric Schweig. It's cool, everything's cool. well, it's getting better, [Laughs] They're not making Spaghetti Westerns. Right now, with all the school violence and music and art programs being cut all over the US I thought it would be good to interview him. The ramifications and issues surrounding interracial/cultural adoption are, It's about me and this guy his name is Christoph and he's from France. an Inuit duo! Just a chance to. you can see it in them.. certain monologues that hit home with them. By the way, you did a play called The Cradle Will Fall. .. We'd sit and talk about playing guitar. We are much about the same height and the same build and I guess they wanted someone with long hair. Tom & Huck or Pontiac Moon if they were done differently, not Tom & Huck, but Pontiac Moon. ES: Yep! You know what? Many visitors have commented upon the quality of your masks. ES: I guess I'll have to. It was really hard to get that damn ball. mask each and every time? Indians from all over the country, Canada just everywhere. But Pierce Brosnan is barely bearable as Sir William Johnson, the tribe's self-anointed protector. He is of mixed race ( Inuvialuk, Chippewa - Dene and German). Guide book STILL Hopefully, his voice will be heard on this; his "activism" emulated. A few final comments. in Deep Rising. No one really knows, it should have gone in there Hopefully, it will be on the extended version when it's on video. E: No, I don't! That would've been really cool if they'd have done that. MOHICANS Most of that was because there were so many people in there all the time. If they were operable it would have been more fun. People, Indian or otherwise, are not born to hate each other. RIGHTS RESERVED - Use of material elsewhere - including text, images, and I work with sex trade workers and I try to hook them up with agencies that can help them. It could have been shot better. It is a dramatic thriller, set in 1950s Montana, about two grandparents (Diane Lane and Kevin Costner) hoping to get their grandson back after the death of their son. So, should we start a letter writing campaign? Besides that, North Carolina is It would seem that carving is the next step or natural progression of skills you already have. Eric Schweig is a Canadian born Inuit actor, who is best renowned for his work in the 1992 film, The Last of the Mohicans in which he stars as Chingachgook's son, Uncas. The battle scenes were spectacular! [Laughs] He just happened to be E: No, I don't think so at all. I: I believe you are half-German and half-Inuit and you are involved with the Canadian Alliance and the Solidarity for Native People? That's how it has to be; even Freddy Krueger was the bastard son of 1000 maniacs. Rick, I think. This is to be shot in Vancouver, if it all happens. Teile diese Show mit deinen Freunden. I play an Alaskan conservationist who comes to help him out, because the mining company starts poisoning all his wolves. He's intense, too, so it was fun to watch the play between him and Michael Mann. They were in the islands? And, hang out with my girlfriend. ADOPTION SPEECH DELIVERED BY ERIC SCHWEIG, An oldie, but goodie 1992 ERIC SCHWEIG INTERVIEW. Their living conditions were bad, like one loo [bathroom] for 400 guys. ES: Yes! He's a really funny guy. Just go ahead and tell me how you feel about that. Would it be as you just described .. to retake possession of them? I: Now to the slew of questions! It's also the truth that you have to do something about it. There is an endless amount of historical fact they dredge up from the past and twist it around and suck all the blood out of Indian people to paint their own pictures. So, while you guys were filming this did you have any sense of bonding? We should be running around and, . not running around.. but we should be in, you know, suits.. like everybody else. in normal clothes. You know I told everybody when this started. I keep trying to get people to get into acting so we have someone who can focus on just being a funny guy or a bad guy or a psycho or a love interest. taken care of and respected and THAT is what makes them, keeps them wise. [2] Or, at least wonder why he says it! Does he know that the six nations are of the Iroquois, and the Mohawks are one of the six? I: You mentioned earlier about your hair. My mother died of alcoholism and she was homeless as well. I guess it turned out alright. I know ES: Oh, probably Tom & Huck. ES: Yeah, Asheville's really nice. There was a golf tournament out there. I didn't see a hell of a lot of women in that movie. So what if the film was not shot in the But there was some kind of beef with the production company and the North Carolina tourism division. MP: As far as roles go; is there any particular type of film you would like.. or any particular character you would want to play? I've always been into that, ever since I was a kid. Available - Free Downloads Only! And it seems to me, we could have been more of a family unit. So, gradually it will get better and .. we won't be so misunderstood and maligned. ES: Basically, yeah. E: The terrific points about the movie was the cinematography on the locations and the costumes. there's such a thing as senility. MP: Do you remember what scene you were filming? That a European version of an event is no less valid than an Indian version? Mohican Press - ALL And he has a niece who gets murdered in the city and the police hire him to come to the city to help out. STOREFRONT || of symbolic imagery. MP: Was it a pleasant experience then, to be filming in the area? There was really very little dialogue between the two of you, but, you both presented a very strong relationship on film despite the lack of dialogue. So I told everybody from the beginning. They sort of fashioned him after Tony Soprano, I think. I: Well, obviously you did most of all the work yourself, but did you have a stunt person? ES: Yeah, all up and down there; all over here. Why they go stir crazy and they forget . and they loose their memories? ES: Yeah.it's a.. yeah. ES: Yeah. Because they really need a sense of belonging and that sort of gives It'll probably never happen, but if it came around, I would. He said it's kind of a double MOHICANS Nobody gives a Yeah, it's the most horrible death scene that I've ever done. But period pieces have always been, and always will be, because of their way of In COLOR! So, they did film something and obviously you They sort of fashioned him after Tony Soprano, I think. I spent thousands of dollars at the Asheville Mall. MP: And if the opportunity arose, and it was a role you liked, would you work with him again? Previous to this "formal" interview, we had had several long conversations with Eric, focusing primarily on his hand carved Inuit masks. Over near Lake James. What we'd like to start with is for you to paint a picture of who you feel you are for us. So, that's good to see. E: Yes, we all did, but I like to do as many stunts as I can, except falling off the cliff, of course! STOREFRONT || Previous to this "formal" interview, we had had several long conversations with Eric, focusing primarily on his hand carved Inuit masks. We were pleased with the results and hope you are too. He doesn't really think that just because an American Indian becomes a director that he will be able to craft a totally objective, and accurate, film? of the interview, we felt comfortable with him, and he with us. We hope all who read this feel they've gained more insight, or a better Personal use on your own home PC is permissible! ES: No, not really. I like walking with my gun and my dogs in the woods near here. People are treating kids like animals. Does he realize war and violence do really take place, even though we are "not born to hate each other"? That's why they cut that love scene out. I: Well, that explains that! Faye Marie. Then I thought about it and it's just that his work ethic is different than everybody else's. E: Yes, with the Indians. Titel: 500 Nations - Die Geschichte der Indianer - Staffel 0 Folge 3 : Episode 3; Luftdatum: Renommierte Gste: Fernsehsender: CBS. How would you describe him as an actor? No problem. If you don't love what you're doing then don't do it. it's getting much better here. 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