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Smoke Signals
“A new film from the heart of Native America.”
6.8 / 10• 1998• 1h 29m•PG-13• English
DramaComedy
Storyline
Young Native American man Thomas is a nerd in his reservation, wearing oversize glasses and telling everyone stories no-one wants to hear. His parents died in a fire in 1976, and Thomas was saved by Arnold. Arnold soon left his family, and Victor hasn't seen his father for 10 years. When Victor hears Arnold has died, Thomas offers him funding for the trip to get Arnold's remains.
Cast & Crew
Adam Beach
Victor Joseph
Lead
Evan Adams
Thomas Builds-the-Fire
Irene Bedard
Suzy Song
Gary Farmer
Arnold Joseph
Tantoo Cardinal
Arlene Joseph
Cody Lightning
Young Victor Joseph
Simon Baker
Young Thomas Builds-the-Fire
Monique Mojica
Grandma Builds-the-Fire
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Chris Eyre's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Smoke Signals is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
