In 1973, Marlon Brando declined the Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance in The Godfather. Native American actress Sacheen Littlefeather attended the ceremony in Brando’s place, stating that he “very regretfully” could not accept the award, as he was protesting Hollywood’s portrayal of Native Americans in film. Sacheen's entrance was met with boos. Here's an excerpt of an interview where Marlon Brando explains what drove his decision to decline the Academy Award. | MOORvision