A Ranking of the Most Overhyped Movies Ever Made

Taking home Best Picture at the 63rd Academy Awards, Dances With Wolves tells the story of a disillusioned Civil War soldier who finds solace among the Lakota people, ultimately becoming their protector.

While praised for its sweeping cinematography and epic storytelling, the film hasn’t aged without criticism. Many historians and social media commentators have pointed out its romanticized depiction of Indigenous culture and historical inaccuracies, with some labeling it yet another “white savior” narrative.