Smoke Signals

Smoke Signals (1998)

26/06/1998
Drama, Comedy
1h 29m

A new film from the heart of Native America.

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.

  • Chris EyreDirector
  • Sherman AlexieScreenplay
  • Status

    Released

  • Original Language

    English

Keywords

  • idaho
  • male friendship
  • native american
  • road trip
  • orphan
  • native american reservation
  • based on short story

Top Billed Cast

Adam Beach

Adam Beach

Victor Joseph

Evan Adams

Evan Adams

Thomas Builds-the-Fire

Irene Bedard

Irene Bedard

Suzy Song

Gary Farmer

Gary Farmer

Arnold Joseph

Tantoo Cardinal

Tantoo Cardinal

Arlene Joseph

Cody Lightning

Cody Lightning

Young Victor Joseph

Simon Baker

Simon Baker

Young Thomas Builds-the-Fire

Monique Mojica

Monique Mojica

Grandma Builds-the-Fire

John Trudell

John Trudell

Randy Peone

Elaine Miles

Elaine Miles

Lucy

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