Smoke Signals (1998)

  • PG-13
  • 01/16/1998 (US)
  • 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 Eyre

Director

Sherman Alexie

Screenplay

Cast

Adam Beach's headshot

Adam Beach

Victor Joseph
Evan Adams's headshot

Evan Adams

Thomas Builds-the-Fire
Irene Bedard's headshot

Irene Bedard

Suzy Song
Gary Farmer's headshot

Gary Farmer

Arnold Joseph
Tantoo Cardinal's headshot

Tantoo Cardinal

Arlene Joseph
Cody Lightning's headshot

Cody Lightning

Young Victor Joseph
Simon Baker's headshot

Simon Baker

Young Thomas Builds-the-Fire
Monique Mojica's headshot

Monique Mojica

Grandma Builds-the-Fire

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