Their living conditions were bad, like one loo [bathroom] for 400 guys. ES: Yeah, they couldn't have two different love stories going on at once. Everything just soars in it. Okay, I just want to backtrack just a little bit. As long as Europeans or Euro-American film makers are making movies about Indian people, there is always going to be this. Yeah, she was younger and a little more easier going so you could rap with her about more things than with Madeleine Stowe. retrospect, how do you feel about the quality of that film? It's sad whenever kids have an abusive childhood. discussing The Last of the Mohicans, but became extremely animated when talking about certain topics, particularly his masks and his involvement in a children's drama group. With the village? MP: It didn't leave you craving for the city lights? But Russell Means (Chingachgook) said, "NO, I'm an Indian. I: The editing in the film is a little off sometimes. If they were good sticks .. it was kind of a bummer .. it would've been a better game. Invited to the conference to share his own experiences and perspectives, Eric was pleased to have the opportunity to speak on a topic close to his heart. Copyright 1997 - 2020 by He opens up about the joys and challenges of being a new foster caregiver to two siblings. So, that's what I'm going to try to do with these guys this week. MUSINGS || their heart.. and it's pretty wild to watch them do these kind of things.. We'll have them over for barbecues and things like that and I'll let them do improvisation with each other. ES: Yeah, absolutely. Would it be as you just described .. to retake possession of them? Was she on the set all the time? ignorance. I: There is a very soft, subtle love story between you and Alice. I: How did you get on with the rest of the cast: Daniel Day-Lewis, Jodhi May and Russell Means? And it seems to me, we could have been more of a family unit. We don't mean to be contrary to his every word, but it just seems like he was echoing sentiments he didn't really fully understand. Directing them, casting them, and what not.. but. so that's what I'd really like to see. They'll suck all MOHICANS We went down to Columbus, Ga., for a month and trained in this anti-terrorist camp. Vincent Schilling, Akwesasne Mohawk, is the associate editor and senior correspondent at Indian Country Today who enjoys creating media, technology, comics, and movies. MP: A lot of people have been coming to our web site and checking out your masks. Blackstone's Eric Schweig provides some fun facts about his life. We were in contact in regard to showcasing Eric's Inuit wood carvings here on our Site, not to discuss this or any other interview. Not just a regular 20th century guy? That's Andy Fraser. Do you see yourself as having an empathy with these kids, since you've walked in their shoes? Those guys running around in the wool were so uncomfortable. Even in the 70s, or the 80s . the early 80s. The following interview with Eric Schweig was conducted, via telephone, on February 1 and 2, 1998. So, they did film something and obviously you Did you feel close? I: Well, that explains that! "In a scene inspired by a Bierstadt painting," says Mann, "they all come together at the creek. It's impossible to say. ES: Hmmm . Well, not . not really. And he has a niece who gets murdered in the city and the police hire him to come to the city to help out. There are no subscriptions or costs. Nothing like that . They sold a lemon to the wrong person and find themselves reverting back to their old ways as mercenaries. I don't know what Russell's up to. Until Indian people can gain something of a creative role, then the cold hard facts about that, is that you need money. The following interview with Eric Schweig was conducted, via telephone, on February 1 and 2, 1998. a couple of days and then meet the director, I guess. They had a pool and a waterfall. I: Firstly, I have to say that I enjoyed your role in Mohicans very much and I thought the film was excellent! ES: No, not when I was there. when you do too much of anything too much alcohol too many drugs. I: Well, obviously you did most of all the work yourself, but did you have a stunt person? All of our content is free. Should a dark Italian be cast as a blue-eyed Swede? People, Indian or otherwise, are not born to hate each other. I don't know what either one of them is doing. Did you find that different from other film experiences? It would seem that carving is the next step or natural progression of skills you already have. He'd rap with the extras and . anybody who was around. I didn't see a hell of a lot of women in that movie. For those who have missed it, requested it, or just now found it, we place it here again. HISTORY || It was an alternative school for troubled teens who couldn't cope with a regular school curriculum so they booted them all out and put them all in a big building. And I'm waiting to see if I can get the role of Joseph Stone, a cop who's been to Lebanon and all that. ES: Yep! We don't want to attack his words. I don't know. [More laughter]. They just. a lot of it was really dark but it was incredible. All they had to do was put at the end of the movie, " All these characters are based on fiction". Or was it a sex scene? MP: Then this must be a source of satisfaction for you. to work with them? How would you describe him as an actor? What was your relationship like with those two actors? Some people don't know whether to love him or hate him. A film that tries to cover too much historical ground at least 40 years in too little screen time and winds up becoming a bore because of it. It's kind of difficult.. You see a lot of, well, I effects - without our expressed, written permission, constitutes copyright I didn't do a lot of talking. I'm into it. I've been around horses. Eric Schweig. To his credit, he has appeared in over 30 movies over a span of twenty years. We love his portrayal of Uncas. If there was a young boy who could not keep his hands off his father's or uncles' hunting implements and then he whined when they went out hunting, chances were that thats what he wanted to do. MP: I guess you believe that judgment on any society falls on how they treat their children and their elders? Born: June 19th 1967 Height: 6'2 Weight: 210lbs Eyes: brn Hair: blk Marital Status: none Heritage/Tribe: Inuit/German country: Canada Eric was forthcoming and, we believe, candid in his responses; gracious, and willing to discuss everything we asked. But they didn't want to shave his hair, so they gave into us. They wanted to keep it up, but it wasn't that sound and they had to take it apart. And, you know, it's the I told everybody right from the beginning, listen man.. we better take advantage of this while it lasts because they're gonna flog it to death. Okay, you recently turned your attention to yet another craft; wood carving. He's the guy that showed us how to You seem to be down on period pieces because they cast Indians in loin cloths and stuff like that. But they didn't! MP: As you know, our web site centers on The Last of the Mohicans. MP: Okay.. again, regarding art.. a strong quality of any artist's work is the individuality of their creations. Does he know that, in fact, all these characters are not based on fiction? That a European version of an event is no less valid than an Indian version? STOREFRONT || ES: Yeah, it's a drag man, our children usually wind up paying the price for society's sins. To Continue Reading Our Interview With Eric Schweig, Move On To: PART 2: ERIC SCHWEIG: AN INTERVIEW. Day Lewis. Rick, I think. He's got a real character face. but you couldn't cradle it as well. Yeah, probably the Magua scrap was my favorite. GATHERINGS || MP: Is this role already accepted or is it something you're considering? ES: Yeah, Asheville's really nice. Accessibility or. ES: Yeah, they were plowing, they had to use bulldozers to get out to some of the sets, and 4 x 4s. But, you don't see you know what you don't see? Are you satisfied with the caliber and supply of Native acting talent these days? There were so many locations. Both musical pieces heard during this interview are by Tudjaat, We won't have a leg to stand on MP: Would you describe yourself as a private person? the real, well .. you see these gang bangers running around blasting each other to smithereens because they think it's cool.. because that's what you do. I started volunteering with Resource Assistance for YouthRaY Inc., and and they hired me to work with them. I think, anyway. I: When the movie first premiered, did you think it would be such a hit as it has been? ES: Let me think about that. If someone doesn't like you, they are not shy when telling other companies. I think a lot of them are. MP: Well, what I mean is that you guys, in the movie of course, went through every possible trial and tribulation. MP: Uncas. And the colors. the picture that was taken of this mask, the colors were a bit off. MP: Well, you'll have to tell us about it because we've not seen it. He has said elsewhere that he credits his girlfriend Gail and his agent Deidre Sam with helping him in his recovery. Powwow Trail (2001- ) Episode: White Man's Indian It's so big. ES: I like playing bad guys. Rather spontaneously, a gathering of LOTM fans has been planned. Please do not reproduce it, in any form, without our permission. them to do. It was kind of disappointing because it fit right in. We don't have the numbers; we represent less than 5% of the total population in North America. ES: There's one. 1997 - 2020 by ES: After I left the Mohicans, I said, "I hope I never see him again." Eric Schweig (born Ray Dean Thrasher; 19 June 1967 [1]) is an Indigenous Canadian actor best known for his role as Chingachgook 's son Uncas in The Last of the Mohicans (1992). Just a chance to. you can see it in them.. certain monologues that hit home with them. MOHICANS edged sword because for one thing they kept the masks in really good shape. But when Daniel walks into the Huron village he almost gets his brains knocked out. [laughs] I don't know what I love. A lot of people said, "Why were you running up the hill when you hardly exchange a glance with the girl". So, while you guys were filming this did you have any sense of bonding? She was pretty nice, Jodhi's mom. MP: And as opposed to what you do .. acting . doesn't that put you in the spotlight? Or do you instead allow your own mood, your color preferences .. that sort of thing, to blend with tradition and then the result being a unique Want To Purchase One Of Eric's Videos? Hopefully, his voice will be heard on this; his "activism" emulated. That's in Deep Rising. I: I believe you are half-German and half-Inuit and you are involved with the Canadian Alliance and the Solidarity for Native People? I'm getting a script in a couple of days. SCRIPT || Of course then he will do something that is sweet and redeeming. a half, two years ago, Jessica State . she was 9 or 10 years old, about 200 yards from a ball field full of people, she was raped and had her throat cut and one of her hands cut off. It's about this concert violinist who befriends all of these wolves in Alaska on his property. You need an Indian to play an Indian and you need a Frenchman to play a Frenchman if you want a realistic looking movie. And I love to be around the sets, learning things. Twitter @VinceSchilling TikTok @VinceSchilling Email [email protected] he is also the opinions editor , to submit email: [email protected]. Or, do you even think it should be an issue? MP: Yeah, it was a good scene. AMERICAN HISTORICAL SIMULATIONS out but don't stay out too late. A few final comments. I also am an adult survivor of abuse by my adoptive parents. I can't remember. The James Fenimore Cooper book was fiction! E: I've been with PRIME TALENT for about three years and they audition all over the United States and Canada. I guess it turned out alright. The Cliff Trails. We were down there for about a month and we worked with this guy with a beard who was a real outdoorsman. ES: Oh, probably Tom & Huck. what makes it fun to watch. Available - Free Downloads Only! MENUS! MP: Another scene that may have been filmed but didn't make it in the final cut was when you were approaching the fort. Try to balance it, you know.. go were there. shells, especially the quiet ones the really, really inward teenagers. E: I think it was a mix. He interjects things, seemingly out of nowhere, which had little to do with the question, leading one to suspect there was an agenda waiting to spew forth. RM F6H5NG - Jan 14, 2002; Hollywood, CA, USA; ERIC SCHWEIG (left) as Rudy Yellow Lodge and GRAHAM GREENE as Mogie Yellow Lodge in the crime drama ''Skins'' directed by Chris Eyre. Was that ever filmed? I wish they wouldn't. In regards to the entire star system and awards systemI don't care who has won what or who has done this or that or the other thing. Like this week. there's 7 or 8 guys that I'm going to speak with. I said "You know what? Is there anything that you are aware of any possibilities on the horizon that they can look forward to? went to a school to speak in Denver. Does he realize that all history is written from a viewpoint? 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