War Pony

War Pony

2023 · 114 min · EN · R · 6.4 (46 votes)
Dir. Gina Gammell, Riley Keough · Starring Jojo Bapteise Whiting, LaDainian Crazy Thunder, Robert Stover, Ashley Shelton, Iona Red Bear, Ta-Yamni Long Black Cat · Music Christopher Stracey
Drama

The interlocking stories of two Lakota boys growing up on Pine Ridge Reservation. At 23, Bill just wants to make something of himself. Meanwhile, 12-year-old Matho can’t wait to become a man. Bound by their shared search for belonging, each of the boys grapple with identity, family, and loss, as they navigate their unique paths to manhood.

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This film immerses you in a deeply authentic, bittersweet journey of two young Lakota men navigating their paths to identity and belonging. It's a raw, reflective experience, rich with naturalistic detail, offering a poignant glimpse into the complexities of life and the enduring search for self amidst unique cultural landscapes.

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