– “Reservation Dogs” star criticizes “Killers of the Flower Moon”
– Devery Jacobs describes violence against Native characters as “horrific”
– Calls for consideration of the impact on Indigenous communities
Devery Jacobs, a star of the FX series “Reservation Dogs,” has publicly criticized the upcoming Apple TV+ movie “Killers of the Flower Moon” for its depiction of brutal violence against Native characters. Jacobs, who is also an advocate for Indigenous rights, took to social media to express her concerns about the movie.
In a quote from her post, she wrote, “I just want to note how horrific the violence against the Native characters are in ‘Killers of the Flower Moon.'” Jacobs went on to emphasize the importance of considering the impact such violence could have on Indigenous communities and those who have suffered from similar real-life trauma.
The movie, directed by Martin Scorsese and based on the non-fiction book of the same name, explores the murders of the Osage Indian Nation in the 1920s after oil was discovered beneath their land. The story highlights the violent greed that devastated Indigenous communities and brought the attention of the newly-formed FBI. It stars Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert De Niro, with Indigenous actors Jesse Plemons, Lily Gladstone, and Jill McCormick in significant roles.
It remains to be seen how the final version of the film addresses the violence in question. In the meantime, public figures like Jacobs continue to call for more responsible portrayals of Indigenous peoples and their stories in media.