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Smoke Signals

1998·Movie
1h 29min·PG-13
77
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Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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A new film from the heart of Native America.

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.
Native American CultureRoad TripComing-of-AgeFamily ReconciliationFriendshipHumorousHeartwarmingBittersweetSocial Commentary

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Where can I stream Smoke Signals?

In the United States, Smoke Signals streams on fuboTV and Paramount+, and it is free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla. You can rent or buy it from JustWatch TV Store, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 2 other countries.

Is Smoke Signals worth watching?

77
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77 (IMDb 7.2, Rotten Tomatoes 90%, and Metacritic 76). Critics rate it higher (83 out of 100) than audiences (72).

Is Smoke Signals okay for kids?

PG-13

Yes: it's rated PG-13 in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Will Smoke Signals make me laugh?

Light

Now and then: the humor is mostly sharp wit (6 of 10) and situational comedy (5 of 10).

Is Smoke Signals plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and dialogue centrality (9 of 10) more than on its plot.

What tropes does Smoke Signals use?

Agony of the FeetAdaptation ExpansionDisappeared DadMood WhiplashIntergenerational FriendshipCharacter CatchphraseDoes This Remind You of Anything?Advertised ExtraCathartic CryingThe StorytellerBeautiful All AlongHuge Guy, Tiny Girland 14 more

TV Tropes lists 26 tropes for it, including Agony of the Feet, Adaptation Expansion, and Disappeared Dad.