Smoke Signals

Smoke Signals

1998 · 89 min · EN · PG-13 · 6.7 (89 votes)
Dir. Chris Eyre · Starring Adam Beach, Evan Adams, Irene Bedard, Gary Farmer, Tantoo Cardinal, Cody Lightning

A new film from the heart of Native America.

DramaComedy

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.

VIBE

A poignant and humorous journey of self-discovery. It's a story about finding your roots and the unexpected bonds that shape us, told with gentle authenticity and a touch of bittersweet wisdom.

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