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"The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will formally apologize to
Native American civil rights activist Sacheen Littlefeather for her treatment
at the 1973 Oscars ceremony. During the now-historic night, Littlefeather took
the stage in place of Marlon Brando and, at his request, declined his award,
using the time to instead draw attention to the stereotyping of Native
Americans in film and TV as well as the South Dakota Wounded Knee protest.
Instead of praising her insight, the audience – and individuals backstage –
booed and heckled the activist, who was later threatened with assault and
arrest.
“I was stunned. I never thought I’d live to see the day I would be hearing
this, experiencing this,” Littlefeather told the Hollywood Reporter of the
apology, revealing that she received a private statement from the Academy in
June. “When I was at the podium in 1973, I stood there alone.”
The statement of apology will be read in its entirety at the Academy Museum on
Sept. 17, when the organization will host “an evening of conversation, healing,
and celebration” to honor 75-year-old Littlefeather while reflecting on the
lasting impact of that infamous night at the Academy Awards."
Via Susan ****
Cheers,
*** Xanni ***
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mailto:xanni@xanadu.net Andrew Pam
http://xanadu.com.au/ Chief Scientist, Xanadu
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