Critique cinglante de Lily Gladstone envers la représentation ‘illusoire’ du Far West dans ‘Yellowstone’
Martin Scorsese’s upcoming film, Killers of the Flower Moon, has been generating Oscar buzz, particularly for the performance of Lily Gladstone. However, in a recent interview with New York magazine, Gladstone didn’t hold back in expressing her strong opinions about the television series Yellowstone, created by Taylor Sheridan. She described Sheridan’s portrayal of the American West as “delusional” and “deplorable.”
Gladstone, who has Native American heritage herself, acknowledged the presence of Native talent in Yellowstone and even auditioned for roles several times. However, she criticized the overall representation of Native American stories in the series. She highlighted the paradox of Native American authorship, stating that while it is essential to have more Native writers telling their own stories, it is equally important for established creators to pay attention to authentic Native history.
The Role of Native American Stories
Gladstone emphasized the significance of Native American history in the broader context of American history. She asserted that Native history cannot be brushed aside or marginalized and needs to be incorporated properly into narratives. This stance is not only important for Native representation but also for a more accurate understanding of the historical realities.
Killers of the Flower Moon
In contrast to Yellowstone, Gladstone’s role in Killers of the Flower Moon is receiving praise for its treatment of Native American stories. The film, set to be released on October 20, focuses on Mollie Burkhart, an Osage woman portrayed by Gladstone. The story revolves around the exploitation of her family’s oil royalties in 1920s Oklahoma. Gladstone emphasized that this film is not a white-savior story but rather an opportunity for the Osage community to demand justice and assistance.
It’s worth noting that Yellowstone has faced criticism for its portrayal of violence against Indigenous women, the inclusion of white characters in Native spiritual practices, and disputed claims regarding the Indigenous heritage of one of its stars, Kelsey Asbille.
Liza Black, an associate professor of history and Native American Studies, echoed many of these critiques in an essay published in High Country News. Black highlighted how Yellowstone appropriated the history of forced sterilizations of Indigenous women for a storyline involving a white character. This manipulation of history was seen as insulting not only to Native women but also to survivors of forced sterilizations.
Black further argued that Yellowstone’s flaws stem from a desire on the part of Sheridan, the cast, Paramount, and Hollywood at large to maintain a sense of control over the established narrative they have presented to Indian Country for decades.
In conclusion, Lily Gladstone’s candid comments about Yellowstone shed light on the complexities of representing Native American stories in Hollywood. While acknowledging the presence of Native talent, she calls for a more authentic and respectful portrayal of Native history and experiences.
Source : www.tvinsider.com
