Dennis Banks
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Dennis Banks (1937-2007) was an Ojibwe Native American activist, teacher, and author. He was a longtime leader of the American Indian Movement (AIM), which he co-founded in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in 1968 to represent urban Indians.
Dennis Banks Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Dennis Banks reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 11 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Dennis Banks's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 27% of Dennis Banks's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Last of the Mohicans, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Dennis Banks Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Dennis Banks's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Dennis Banks has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | California Indian | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | A Good Day to Die | Self - Co-Founder, American Indian Movement; Ojibwa | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Older Than America | Pete Goodfeather | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Making a Noise: A Native American Musical Journey with Robbie Robertson | Self - AIM leader (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | All Power to the People! | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Last of the Mohicans | Ongewasgone | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Incident at Oglala | Self - Co-Founder American Indian Movement | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Thunderheart | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Warrior: The Life of Leonard Peltier | Self - American Indian Movement | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | War Party | Ben Crowkiller | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Broken Rainbow | Self - American Indian Movement | Average | Similar → |
Dennis Banks - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Dennis Banks?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dennis Banks is "The Last of the Mohicans" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has Dennis Banks acted in?
Dennis Banks has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Dennis Banks?
Other notable films include "Incident at Oglala", "A Good Day to Die", and "Thunderheart".