2. White Savior Narratives
Hollywood has a long-standing tradition of centering white protagonists in stories about Native Americans. In movies like The Last of the Mohicans and The Lone Ranger, white characters often emerge as heroes who save or lead Native communities. This trope not only sidelines Native voices but also strips agency from Indigenous characters, relegating them to passive roles in their own histories. For more on this recurring issue, The Guardian explores Hollywood’s white savior tradition.
