"Smoke Signals" is a 1998 film directed by Chris Eyre and based on a short story by Sherman Alexie. It tells the story of two young Native American men, Victor Joseph and Thomas Builds-the-Fire, who embark on a journey from their home on the Coeur d'Alene Indian Reservation in Idaho to retrieve the ashes of Victor's estranged father. The film explores themes of identity, friendship, and the complexities of family relationships. The movie is notable for its all-Native American cast and crew, which was a significant step in representing Indigenous voices in cinema. It combines humor and drama while addressing issues such as cultural heritage and the impact of historical trauma on Native communities. "Smoke Signals" received critical acclaim and has become a landmark film in Indigenous storytelling.