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Native American Woman's Road Trip Explores Identity and Community in Middle America

  • Lily Gladstone stars as Tana, who journeys through the American heartland to attend a family wedding and connect with her heritage.
  • The film blends fiction with real people telling their own stories in a hybrid docufiction style.
  • Tana meets various characters on her trip, enriching her understanding of her roots and rural America.
  • Critics praise the movie's lyrical pacing, beautiful cinematography, and Gladstone's thoughtful performance.
  • Through Tana's voyage of self-discovery, the film paints a collective portrait of small-town life in middle America.
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