This early dramatization of the legend of Pocahontas sees Captain John Smith(Anthony Dexter) appearing before the court of King James ll to tell his story.He recounts his efforts to create harmony between the British settlers & the Indians in the New World.On the brink of being put to death by the Indian chief,the captain is saved by the beautiful Indian Princess,Pocahontas(Jody Lawrance).Smitten with the newcomer,she steps up to defend him,& offers to marry him instead.These plans are impeded by Pocahontas's former lover,Opechanco(Stuart Randall),who decides to break the settlers truce with the Indians and kills the Princess's brother in the process.Ultimately,Smith and Opechanco engage in a battle that will determine both Pocahontas's fate,& the fate of the settlers relations with the natives of the New World.
Very entertaining film with a good Storyline.
This is an Elipse Films-Edward Small Presentation.
This print is 16mm Eastman Comopt.
The condition of film print is Warm colour with occasional lines and splicers.
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