What makes you want to tell these stories, even if its within a show that has white and nonwhite characters? We have to be able to find a way to allow people to heal so that way we can begin to figure out our [current] situations and our circumstances and most importantly, find a space to be able to work together. He fully understands our cultural ways. The name Moses Brings Plenty is one you know if you are as equally obsessed with Yellowstone, as the rest of us. Speaking with EW as tied to 1923s finale, the Oglala Lakota actor described his role by saying: In that role what it means is we have to make sure that we're accurate as far as the time period that we're in, and on a cultural level what we can show and yet still keep the protection over the original ceremonies. Do you two know anything yet about season two, have you had conversations with Taylor Sheridan about where your stories will go? I utilized it to become exactly what our ancestors were told they could no longer be. Brings Plenty, 53, was born and raised on the Pine Ridge Reservation, in South Dakota though his mother is from the Cheyenne River Reservation and he has relatives on the Rosebud Reservation, also both in South Dakota. For as dark and tragic as Teonna's storyline is throughout Season 1, it appears as if there may be some brighter moments going into the second season. You talk of the support you had, including from Mo. The Hollywood Reporter is a part of Penske Media Corporation. [2] His wife is Sara Ann Haney-Brings Plenty. 1 drama, airs Sundays at. However, what do you really know about Mo Brings Plenty? Nieves: Leenah, Julia [Schlaepfer, who plays Alex], Michelle [Randolph, who plays Elizabeth] and I are all best friends. And not just our stories but all peoples stories. Nieves: My mom. We see Checkers, the party planner from the casino whos connected to the attacks on the Duttons, beaten and tied up. If people really want to understand more of it, then look up the treaties. Without any doubt, he earns a reasonable sum from his films and series. Hes done work for brands such as Ed Hardy, and he is quite proud of the work he does. Thats why I braid my hair. So while Im browsing around Reddit, I come across a post in the Yellowstone subreddit that shares my appreciation for Mo as one of the unsung heroes of the show. On a more positive note, you walk on set each day and you're surrounded by a bunch of Indigenous youth, and I'm surrounded by incredible Indigenous actors playing all these roles. We love to see some wholesome family bonding, especially in a rough and tumble show like Yellowstone. The bond between the three on-screen makes much more sense now and adds a really great personal touch to the show. And they wouldnt have showed themselves if I didnt feel grounded. '1923' star Aminah Nieves and 'Yellowstone' actor Mo Brings Plenty, who works as the American Indian Affairs Coordinator for both shows, discuss Teonna's story of boarding school abuse and the . Mo loves to post pictures of his horses, who he calls his family. Or even if Alex and Elizabeth and Teonna got to meet? The actor also shared his thoughts on 1923 digging into the topic of boarding schools for Native American children, and so soon after reports from the Federal Indian Boarding School Initiative brought to light the existence of more than 400 schools operating throughout the U.S. between 1819 and 1969. I think after the second time I did the scene [for the audition] where Im with Sister Mary [played by Jennifer Ehle] and I do, Know I am the land. And can you explain what it involves? All the extras were mostly from reservations around [Montana] and seeing them smile and be so full of glee every day when they showed up on set for weeks at a time. Nieves: It is a lot to carry, and also I think its our duty to carry it. Pam Grier reflects on her most iconic roles, from, a real-life reckoning about the country's systematic abuse of Native and Indigenous children, Kevin Costner finally gets to deliver Golden Globes speech from the comfort of his bed. I wasn't expecting it. Taylor is so gifted, and he has the ability to share things that some people won't even think about. Where are our indigenous people, people who are proud of who they are?" Hes the right-hand man to Gil Birminghams Chairman Thomas Rainwater, who is always looking for a way to take on the infamous John Dutton (Kevin Costner) and his family ranch. What I do is I make sure that we are accurate with the period and language. And were all living together right now. And people like to ignore the fact that we do exist. Of course, he is, because why wouldnt he be? I'm thankful because these stories need to be shared with millions of people. In 2022, Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland directed the Department of the Interior to do an investigation into the lasting consequences of the Federal Indian Boarding School system. But most Native Americans aren't happy with the casting of Kelsey Asbille as a Native woman married into the Dutton clan. And on the other side with Hank, feeling that and seeing that happen in real time destroyed me. Sign up for THR news straight to your inbox every day. So what do you say can somebody get Taylor Sheridan on the line and give us a Mo spinoff? And it was a healing phase for a lot of people. And she could breathe. We have to be able to find a way to allow people to heal so that way we can begin to figure out our [current] situations and our circumstances and most importantly, find a space to be able to work together. The median salary of an actor is around $40,860 per year. A post shared by Mo Brings Plenty (@mobringsplenty) The Brings Plenty family certainly has their fair share of four-legged creatures. [3], Brings Plenty is concerned about providing accurate representations of Native peoples in mass media. #YellowstoneTV. And well find out together how much longer that is anytime I think I know whats best for this character or for this world, Taylor proves me wrong. It was difficult, but Cole and I have such a great relationship. In this Yellowstone prequel starring Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren, the Dutton family fights to hang onto their ranch during the rise of Western expansion, Prohibition, and the Great Depression. He was born on 4 September 1969, on the Pine Ridge Reservation, in South Dakota. The actress, who plays Teonna Rainwater on the 'Yellowstone' prequel series, and Brings Plenty, an actor and cultural consultant on the franchise, speak to The Hollywood Reporter about capturing a horrifying history and bringing Indigenous stars to the forefront in the megahit Taylor Sheridan franchise. A post shared by Whiskey Riff (@whiskeyriff), Somebody Tell Taylor Sheridan Mo Brings Plenty Needs His Own Yellowstone Spinoff. NIEVES: I didn't know the language before coming into it, so I learned it. The season one finale delivers that: In Nothing Left to Lose, Teonna is reunited with her father and she appears to be falling in love with Hanks son, Pete Plenty Clouds. Moses Brings Plenty is an Oglala Lakota television, film . He is the driver and assistant of Thomas Rainwater . Barrett Emke for. I just try to gain support from the tribes that we're representing and try to always keep in mind that Indian country has a voice as well. And I am! In a brief scene, we see his wife making paper bag lunches for Mo and his teenage son. But the people of today were there and supportive; it takes a village to bring to life a great story. That's so incredible because during these assimilation processes, they wipe out your language, your food, your culture and language is so vital and so important to connect you back to who you are as a human being. It needs to be about a cultural diversity. The duo also appeared as husband and wife in Season 4 of Yellowstone. BRINGS PLENTY: It is very enlightening to know that we are finally gaining some traction and support. Brings Plenty (b. Mo loves to post pictures of his horses, who he calls his family. Not for me, but for everyone. But, funny enough, I still havent watched Yellowstone. What was it like to play that bit of happiness for her after she went through so much pain this season? We call him my mini-me. 1.8K 211K views 2 years ago Mo has evolved past just being Rainwater's driver. I can't wait to watch it. It all happened so fast. When viewers first meet the teenager of Crow descent, she is being physically, emotionally and sexually abused for her refusal to culturally assimilate, shining a bright light on the Indian boarding-school era when Native children were sent to government-funded schools run by the Catholic Church. Thoughtful and patient, yet strong and confident, Mo is essentially the Rip Wheeler (Cole Hauser) of the reservation, except with a little more grace and finesse. Mo Brings Plenty (Moses J. You're feeling so many emotions run through your veins. For all the reasons that Yellowstone still sticks out as an episodic drama, even in the midst of an overstuffed TV-scape, one that stands to be the most meaningful is the neo-westerns inclusion of indigenous culture and characters. He was always there next to me before and after every scene. Because, like I said before, its not just Aminah doing it. But Ben, the crew, everyone was so amazing, that it was reassuring that were not in this alone. 4 September 1969) is an Oglala Lakota television, film, and stage actor, as well as a traditional drummer and singer. As a Makes Room on his mother's side and a Brings Plenty on his father's, he is the stock of his grandfathers who fought at the Battle at Little Big Horn. So for me, it was just to get the message out in a good way and with accuracy. How Marvel went big with Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania. The storyline in full is easily more disturbing than anything in the flagship series, made all the more so by its basis in reality, with Nieves humbly telling CinemaBlend that she initially didnt think it was within her to represent her family and culture through Teonnas story. Its a mass amount of people coming through me at once. Its ancestors moving constantly one at a time, moving and doing it with me. Because for one, this is my first big role, pretty much of anything that anyone has seen me in. Publicity Listings For eight episodes, 1923 has tracked Teonnas epic journey. She collaborated with the NFL, CDC, and Heads Up Football Program in 2012 and 2013. Im also curious to hear your thoughts on the conversation around who can claim Native identity, and if you feel that 1923 has influenced that conversation as its been airing. According to Tanya Giles, chief programming officer of Paramount Streaming, Taylor Sheridan might just be the busiest man in television: The incredible storytelling and stellar performances behind1883 have fueled phenomenal new records for Paramount+. Its been everywhere. Mo is an adviser, enforcer, and driver for Broken Rock Tribe leader Thomas Rainwater. 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So, Im just really proud of Aminah and what shes done because I was a little nervous as well. The actor is also an adviser and trusted confidant of the series' creator. That was a surreal experience. Those familiar with the battle will know the strengths of those names and understand why Mo sees the world through the lens of the forces and sacrifices his family and ancestors made so that he could be here today. Though Teonna was eventually reunited with her father, Runs His Horse (Michael Spears), Hank was murdered by priests sent to track Teonna down. He likes to work on his ranch alongside his wife, and he likes to immerse himself in the things that are most important to him. As a horror fan, 2022's representation-heavy Predator offshoot Prey definitely sparked my curiosity for a similar genre-geared spinoff to happen within the Yellowstone-verse, though I never would have expected 1923 to get as close as it has to delivering on that. Drink with us. When I met her, I couldnt tell [she was nervous]. But I was. It's healing, just for the fact that we know that we have people who are courageous enough to stand by us. Are you a John? "Project Lighthouse brings warmth to those on the reservation. It is very enlightening to know that we are finally gaining some traction and support. It's a well-worded synopsis for an entertainment role that sadly isn't as prevalent as it could or should be, though well-earned strides have been made in recent years to bring more Indigenous creators and performers into TV and streaming productions. Our Yellowstone:The Soundtrack Playlist, featuring every song from every episode, updated in real time, every Sunday night. Moses Brings Plenty was born on the Pine Ridge Reservation, in South Dakota. Moses Brings Plenty was one of the experts who tested/displayed the weapons and tactics used by Oglala Lakota war leader Crazy Horse on an episode in the third season of Spike TV's Deadliest Warrior. . Every day that Im given, I try to be more of an example of the past more so than the present, with hopes that I can inspire the present to also do the same. And that had nothing to do with him getting the role, thats all him! Mo serves various roles within the Native American Tribe and acts as an advisor to Tribal Chief Joseph Rainwater. Is there a timeline of when you shoot season two? His Yellowstone character lives on a reservation and works alongside his chairman to help provide the reservation with more while also taking away the abundance of land that John Duttons ancestors took from their tribe. We did have a feeling the first time we saw Mo in Yellowstone that his character might be as honest and equally stoic as the man himself, and we are not wrong about that. Now the media is opening up to our existence. I try to look at everything in a positive light, because we are still here. But above all, he is a man who wholeheartedly believes in human kindness, and he trusts the good in humanity still exists and feels it just needs to be dusted off a bit. She just kept encouraging me, saying, You have to do this, Aminah. People tell me April, and then I hear August. Nieves: More than anything, it gave everyone a chance to see her as a child. If youre looking for the entire Yellowstonesoundtrack, complete through every episode of Season 4, then look no further. I had a nun oh my gosh, I will never forget her. I remember getting a haircut in third grade and going through that because that era and that moment didnt just end when those boarding schools closed. And 1923 does not hold back in its depiction of that violence and degradation why was it so important to show the brutality so vividly? We cannot wait. And so, honestly, tribal enrollment numbers, its a prison number. I can tell you what a bar of soap tastes like. Then it hit me, they are right. It was just a great, positive energy between the three of them it was a trifecta of greatness. Mo, however, would fall in line as a very close second behind the magical trainwreck that is Beth Dutton. Mo Brings Plenty . Moviegoers can now catch him playing "Shep Wauneka" in the newly released Jurassic World Dominion (2022) and as "Ottawa Jones" in Showtime's Peabody award-winning limited series The Good Lord Bird (2021). But when it comes to the boundaries within the United States government, then we identify as American Indian people because we are tribally affiliated and its a tribe thats recognized by the federal government. Country is more than just a steel guitar. From Texas to Tennessee, Appalachia to Bakersfield, Whiskey Riff is THE unapologetic voice of the country music fan. How could we improve it? Warning: This story contains spoilers for "Nothing Left to Lose," the season finale of 1923. I would witness them just be on, you know? I think that really helped. And understanding and knowing our language, our culture and traditions, and being an example of that. I was ecstatic, I was happy as heck for him. But with work, I just wanted to focus on Teonna. Still operating as it did two centuries before, and encompassing an entire county, the 6666 is where the rule of law and the laws ofnature merge in a place where the most dangerous thing one does is the next thing. . Mo Brings Plenty needed a moment to compose himself Paramount Network/YouTube Much like its predecessor, "1923" hasn't shied away from depicting the plight of the indigenous community. NIEVES: That was real. BRINGS PLENTY: In that role what it means is we have to make sure that we're accurate as far as the time period that we're in, and on a cultural level what we can show and yet still keep the protection over the original ceremonies. NIEVES: I think it's important because it's very rare to see our truths being told, and as raw as this is, on a big platform. Of course, his role in sharing Native American stories is a centerpiece of the series: Taylor Sheridans Yellowstone universe is growing. He also owns cattle, which he just moved a few weeks after weaning them from their mothers. BRINGS PLENTY: I was in a school that had the boarding school mentality. And then I got more versed on Yellowstone. There's a huge movement now encouraging diversity, but that [discussion about] diversity is only [focusing on] the skin color. Mo brings a specific level of reality to his characters so that he can bring honesty of his portrayal to television. I just need to catch my breath. Or, Hey, I think Leenah and I should have our own space that we could go to between setups.. | AMINAH NIEVES: You want my honest first reaction? When "Yellowstone" Season 5 premieres in November, Mo Brings Plenty will officially be a series regular as part of the show's largest cast expansion ever.Up until now, the actor has only appeared . As Mo Brings Plenty eloquently cites, today is the anniversary of a tipping point. Harrison Ford as Jacob Dutton and Helen MIrren as Cara Dutton in 1923 streaming on Paramount+ 2022. And she called me and told me, partially. Brings Plenty: You know, I really havent been paying attention, because Im so involved in so many other things in everyday life that I dont have time to indulge myself with whats going on in the media. Based on their finale romance and the Rainwater connection, what role do you think these two could have in the bloodline for the characters on Yellowstone? My one theory is about Coles character [Pete Plenty Clouds]. That was really difficult to sit with and to do. He is a direct descendant of Brings Plenty, an Oglala Lakota warrior who fought in the Battle of Little Big Horn. This is for all Indigenous communities. Sara is an actress whose appearance in Yellowstone made people notice and talk about her. Yellowstone, cable's No. ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: Aminah, what was your first reaction when you read the script for the finale and saw where Teonna's story concluded for the season? Can you talk about how familiar you are with a story like Teonnas and how that helped you tell this story? Both of those scenes, they were very difficult ones to be with. As a Makes Room on his mother's side and a Brings Plenty on his father's, he is the stock of his grandfathers who fought at the Battle at Little Big Horn. The mentality carried through. This we know as The Battle of the Little Bighorn. She and Mo were introduced to us about a week before we got to Montana for cowboy camp. According to the rest of the world, Mo is their favorite. For now, Teonna is making her way to freedom with Pete and her father but, of course, Father Renaud and Marshall Kent [Jamie McShane] are hot on their trail. We are all in this together. I've experienced rulers, eating soap, getting my hair cut, all of those things, but I utilized that differently than some of my peers did. When he sees that he got peanut butter and jelly, Mo asks why their son (his actual son, Jerynce) gets the roast beef. Because I think to a mass amount of people, we still dont exist. Rant with us. Everything was flowing through me at once, and thats when I knew I had to keep going. But, I imagine you are excited there will be a season two. And if she can have that one moment, thats it. Listen to the full podcast with Jefferson White, AKA Jimmy Hurdstrom, below: The podcast is available everywhere. Needless to say, only time will tell, but based on the way we saw Jimmy leave the Yellowstone Ranch at the end of Season 4 it sounds like Jimmy is going to be the star of his own show someday soon. Nieves: And I want to say that Mo was such a light for me. Taylor Sheridan says its all about reinventing the wheel again: Were in an interesting time in scripted drama and TV because everyone is attempting to find this new way in to tell a story. Here, Mo Brings Plenty discusses how his character has changed. [Laughs] If you're there for any of the filming, you witness everything real time, and everything is so real because everyone cares so much. I feel like we were both like, "Yeah!" But above all, he is a man who wholeheartedly believes in human kindness, and he trusts the good in humanity still exists and feels it just needs to be dusted off a bit. Brings Plenty: You know, I live with the concept Im a realist that if you do not witness something, then it cant be true. Such a powerhouse and so emotionally and mentally strong, and well-educated even then. Then we come to March somehow, and then we go to July. When I was in Wyoming [meeting with] Taylor, I think that day is when the Pope finally apologized [for the Catholic Church's involvement in abusive boarding schools]. To be able to share our dialogue, 90 percent of our dialogue, in Crow in this show it's so special. Whether its Waylon, Willie and legends of the past, or superstars in the making like Zach Bryan, our finger is always on the pulse of true country music. On June 25, 1876, Native American forces, led by Crazy Horse and Sitting Bull, would defeat the U.S. Army troops of General George Armstrong Custer. Promoting the series through linear sampling on the Paramount Network during their latest record-breaking season of Yellowstonefurther enabled us to introduce Sheridans loyal audience to this fantastic new series. How would you rate this article? I think about the children and the importance of them at least having something that would give them some type of acknowledgment of their bloodlines and of their existence, but also maybe an inspiration to get involved in their cultural identity. She's one of the students of the church-run boarding school who suffers abuse at the hands of those who are meant to protect her. He is a talented drummer, and he plays in a band called Brule. Thats basically what they call it, enrollment. We need to have a place to allow our children to flourish, side by side. Thats really what it boils down to for me. So, I was not part of the casting process. I really dont know. And I have a great deal of respect for her and people who take the time to represent us; its so vital and important. But the writer/director has shined a light on a far more directly violent and damaging piece of history through Teonnas deadly horror movie arc tied to the indoctrination-geared boarding school where seemingly everyone in charge gets off on physical abuse. We filmed those Four Sixes sequences down at the Four Sixes, which is a real life, huge, working cattle ranch one of the biggest in the country, one of the oldest in the country. Im sure youve seen the reports about Yellowstone and Kevin Costner, and the situation there seems fluid. This means a lot. ( NewsNation Now) Although some fans of "Yellowstone" say actor Mo Brings Plenty has stolen the show, the tribally enrolled member of the Lakota Nation said life as a cast member can still feel unreal. Im just taking it day by day. I am the land and I am killing you. I did that scene in Crow on tape, and I think thats when it all kind of hit me, and that it wasnt really my decision anymore. The best playlists in country musicperiod. So Ive known this has happened. Mo Brings Plenty is an actor, horse stunt rider, rancher, and American Indian storyline consultant. [1] Background [ edit] Moses Brings Plenty was born on the Pine Ridge Reservation, in South Dakota. But the game-changer for me to get involved and to get in-depth in all of it was the fact that, if we dont tell these stories, then society will not know what weve been through. Ask yourself this question if you are a Yellowstone fan. Welcome to the Quantum Realm. Nieves: She kind of just broke down the first time I recorded that scene with her. Im stuck on that story. Life is still life. June 10, 2022 'Yellowstone' Season 5: Josh Lucas Returns as 2 Stars Upped to Series Regulars. Can we just get some love for Mo Brings Plenty and the job he does for the show?, Mo is the man and I will beat that drum all day!, I love Mo and hope we get to see more of him in S5., Hell yeah, I mean, I hope his back gets some serious rest between Season 4 and 5 because he must have quite a bit of backpain from carrying the whole dang show last Season., Show would be significantly less without him.. His name is one he shares with his descendant Brings Plenty who was a warrior. So yeah, lets see what happens in season two! Given everything Teonna went through this season, what was the most challenging scene for you to film? Mo Brings Plenty is an enrolled Lakota who hails from the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. How did you interpret the ending? After studying business in college, Tiffany embarked upon a career she never dreamed of. The actor also boasts an important role behind the scenes as well, serving as the American Indian Affairs Coordinator for both Yellowstone and its spinoff 1923, which recently wrapped its first season on Paramount+ with a brutal, if somehow still hopeful, temp conclusion for Aminah Nieves Teonna Rainwater until the already confirmed second season arrives. When we are born, we are enrolled. His traditional name -- given to him as a young boy -- is Ta Sunke Wospapi ("catches his horse"); it befits a man who spends more time on his horses than anywhere else.
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