Sheela Na Gig Episode 23: Pocahontas

Sadly, the true story of Pocahontas is a tale of tragedy and heartbreak.

Contrary to Disney’s portrayal of this well-known ‘family film,’ the true story of Pocahontas is not one of a romance, but one of dreadful misfortune and sadness. Pocahontas was one of the first real-life Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW).

When comparing the portrayal of Pocahontas through Disney’s lens as opposed to the accurate historical accounts, there is a stark difference. Not only has Disney inaccurately portrayed the life of Pocahontas - they have also romanticized her life, and in extension, sugarcoated the trauma Indigenous peoples faced through colonization. The life of Pocahontas was filled with sorrow and is not one that should be seen as a love story. The romanization of Pocahontas’ life is extremely problematic, as it veils many of the harsh realities Indigenous peoples faced at the time. The true story of Pocahontas strays far from her seemingly perfect life.

This story must be told, so please tune in. We welcome your conversation on this important, sheela. Thank you for listening.

 

https://www.theindigenousfoundation.org/articles/the-true-story-behind-disneys-pocahontas 

 

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