Description
Embark on an enlightening journey with Carol Diaz-Granados and Jim Duncan, Ph.D. This program delves into the Osage Tribe’s concise history, highlighting the tumultuous period triggered by the discovery of oil on Osage lands. The ensuing chaos led to numerous tragic murders of Osage individuals. In 2017, David Grann unveiled the gripping narrative in his bestseller “Killers of the Flower Moon,” which remained on the NYT bestseller list for an extended period. The compelling story’s film rights were acquired for an astounding $5,000,000, resulting in a remarkable movie that not only vividly portrays the early 1920s but also incorporates Osage tribal members. Hollywood actors underwent training to speak the Osage language, making this cinematic experience a truly immersive and authentic depiction of the historical events.