Killers of the Flower Moon
dir. Martin Scorsese · 2023
The pursuit of wealth can lead to exploitation and violence, revealing the darker aspects of human nature and the consequences of greed.
In 1920s Oklahoma, the Osage Nation is targeted for their newfound wealth from oil, leading to a series of brutal murders that go unchecked until the FBI intervenes. Watching this film is like stepping into a dark chapter of American history, where the quest for justice is fraught with moral ambiguity and the weight of systemic corruption hangs heavily in the air.
When oil is discovered in 1920s Oklahoma under Osage Nation land, the Osage people are murdered one by one - until the FBI steps in to unravel the mystery.
Talking points
- the impact of colonialism on Indigenous communities
- the role of law enforcement in systemic injustice
- the moral implications of wealth and power
- the representation of Native American stories in cinema
