Huh! Excellent research! Even so Depp looks ridiculous in that getup. Jay Silverheels’ portrayal was much more respectful to Indians IMO.
I cannot tell a lie. Sunday Morning had an interview with Depp and the director and they mentioned it there. Though they did not use the term 'ripped off'. I think they attributed it to Depp's 'research for the role'.
Wow, great find, O.E.O.
I totally agree with you, Buckeye, it seems very disrespectful and ludicrous.