Tantoo Cardinal Career Retrospective | SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations

Tantoo Cardinal shares stories from her performances in ‘Wind River’, ‘Dances with Wolves’ and ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ in this conversation about her acting career. Moderated by David Canfield, Vanity Fair. This interview is part of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations series, an essential resource for actors, filmmakers and students of discussions with performers, exploring the process and profession of acting.
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[@cathypreston1095]

Thank you Tantoo ~ so lovely to hear of your precious life experiences.

[@Bailey2006a]

Wish we could have seen more of her in Killers of the Flower Moon. I loved the work she did on the Dr Quinn Medicine Woman series.. it offered her the opportunity to use all the wonderful tools in her actor’s toolbox…and she did so, magnificently.

[@cheryllhirondelle]

She’s a true legend & warrior! Hay hay Tantoo!

[@raymondtittle2918]

I never realized just how many films this woman has been in. I've been a long-time fan and am grateful for the opportunity to hear about this fine actress.

[@tlagreca1]

She is such a fascinating woman. What a gem for the Native American community!!❤

[@pamelabogart-macfarlane5492]

This was such a great interview!

[@kyneticfilms]

How the hell does this retrospective only have 800 views in 8 days