I've always been interested in the history of the West, our country and particularly as it relates to the Native Americans - the original Americans.
The one we keep pitching and there are no takers is The Fabulous Baker Boys Go To Hawaii. There don't seem to be any takers on that one!
And when I've been away from my family and friends, I have felt good hearing some of those old songs.
Second, this epic tale allows the audience to actually listen to the Native Americans and receive their wisdom. Spielberg conveys the respect for Native Americans that is normally lacking in Western films.
I got five kids, and my oldest is a documentary film maker and camera man, and still photographer.