Smoke Signals (1998)

06/26/1998 (US) • 1h 29m

Drama, Comedy

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.

Top Billed Cast

Adam Beach

Victor Joseph

Evan Adams

Thomas Builds-the-Fire

Irene Bedard

Suzy Song

Gary Farmer

Arnold Joseph

Tantoo Cardinal

Arlene Joseph

Cody Lightning

Young Victor Joseph

Simon Baker

Young Thomas Builds-the-Fire

Monique Mojica

Grandma Builds-the-Fire

John Trudell

Randy Peone


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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

-

Keywords

idaho

male friendship

native american

road trip

orphan

native american reservation

based on short story

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