The story of Jack Crabb, "last of the old timers" is the funniest, most moving, and enlightening history lessons you'll ever experience. This is a beautiful, sometimes tragic story of the west as told by Little Big Man, who managed to see some of the most important moments in America's history, most notably Custer's Last Stand. Dustin Hoffman gives his best performance. Chief Dan George as his grandfather will make you cry. And Richard Mulligan pulls off an incredible performance as General Custer.
The book is often taught in High School; I hope teachers also show the film because it is a rare example of a movie doing a classic justice.
The book is often taught in High School; I hope teachers also show the film because it is a rare example of a movie doing a classic justice.