Smoke Signals

Smoke Signals

A new film from the heart of Native America.

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Release Date

6/26/1998

Runtime

89 mins

Overview

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.

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

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Revenue

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A gentle road movie about two young Native American men learning to understand each other and themselves through an unexpected journey. It balances humor and heartache with real warmth and cultural authenticity.

Mood

BittersweetWistfulPlayfulHopeful

Themes

FriendshipFamilyComing of ageIdentityRedemption

Tone

Earnest

Pacing

Steady

Look

NaturalisticDocumentary-like

Structure

Road movie

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