American Indian Actors

American Indian people today are vibrant, modern and hilariously funny! And yet, we are rarely portrayed as such in film and TV. In this short video, a spectrum of working American Indian actors of diverse ages and backgrounds, share their personal experiences in the entertainment industry. Their captivating stories reveal modern American Indian people to be complex and surprising human beings. This video was conceived and created by the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) President's Task Force for American Indians, a volunteer group of SAG actors who are committed to improving the lives of American Indian people by promoting greater understanding and cultural sensitivity through media.