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A new film from the heart of Native America. - Smoke Signals
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Title: Smoke Signals

Release Date: 26 Jun 1998

Runtime: 1h 29m

Genre: Drama, Comedy

Director: ShadowCatcher Entertainment

Production Companies: ShadowCatcher Entertainment

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.

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Ratings

Average Vote: 6.7 (104 votes)

Cast

  • Victor Joseph: Adam Beach
  • Thomas Builds-the-Fire: Evan Adams
  • Suzy Song: Irene Bedard
  • Arnold Joseph: Gary Farmer
  • Arlene Joseph: Tantoo Cardinal
  • Young Victor Joseph: Cody Lightning
  • Young Thomas Builds-the-Fire: Simon Baker
  • Grandma Builds-the-Fire: Monique Mojica
  • Randy Peone: John Trudell
  • Lucy: Elaine Miles
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