August 27, 2007

Scene from Cowboy & Indians

Scene from the movie Cowboy & Indians: The JJ Harper Story--Adam Beach as JJ Harper with Eric Schweig & Mike Lawrenchuk.

Based on the true story of J.J. Harper, a First Nations leader, who was shot and killed by Winnipeg Police Constable Robert Cross on his way home one snowy night in in 1988. As the guilt-ridden Cross descends into madness, J.J. Harper's brother, Harry Wood, supported by native leaders; cries out for justice through legal channels. The police close ranks to ensure that Cross is never prosecuted for the crime.

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