The Lost Tribe of Coney Island

Set in the bustling summer of 1905 at Coney Island’s Luna Park, "The Lost Tribe of Coney Island" unveils the captivating tale of the Igorrotes, a group of tribespeople from the Philippines showcased by showman Truman K. Hunt. As they performed native rituals and captivating dances, Americans flocked to witness their dramatic displays, including the unsettling spectacle of live dog feasts. Award-winning journalist Claire Prentice explores the cultural clashes and moral complexities of this sensational exhibit, highlighting both the allure and the dark realities of a pursuit driven by profit and adventure in the backdrop of the American Dream.