The story unfolds as a series of amusing episodes presented through a retrospective interview with "Crabb" (Dustin Hoffman), who claims to be 121 years old and the sole survivor of George Custer’s defeat at Little Big Horn. His interviewer, seemingly skeptical, prompts him to recount his remarkable life, which includes periods when he lived as both a white man and an Indian, before being “saved” again, all set against the backdrop of settlers pushing into native lands and the resulting conflicts that led to Custer's disastrous campaign against the Sioux. We encounter several memorable individuals during this journey, including "Wild" Bill Hickok (Jeff Corey), the formidable "Mrs. Pendrake" (Faye Dunaway), and the refined General himself (Richard Mulligan). However, it’s the wise old chief (Chief Dan George) who truly stands out; his quiet strength as he witnesses the advance of modern civilization is both captivating and deeply moving, representing a culture that is fading while also giving rise to something new. There are opportunities for romance, moments of sadness, and by the conclusion, I found myself wondering if perhaps his stories, no matter how unbelievable they seemed, were actually true – maybe he really is who he says he is. It does run on a bit, but generally the story's unusual nature and its rhythm keep things entertaining as a straightforward imitation of American history, which Hoffman manages to hold together quite effectively, even if his portrayal as a gunslinger feels like a stretch. The film shows its age, and I would have appreciated seeing more depth in some of the supporting characters – it could have been fantastic with actors like Strother Martin, Jack Elam, and Walter Brennan involved, but despite that, it’s still worth watching.

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