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Overview

Following her sister's disappearance, Jax and her niece Roki must stick together. Desperate to keep what's left of their family intact, Jax and Roki defy the law and hit the road on a journey to the Grand Nation Powwow in Oklahoma City.

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Fancy Dance — Official Trailer | Apple TV

Cast

Isabel Deroy-Olson

Director:

Erica Tremblay

Writer:

Miciana Alise, Erica Tremblay

Release Date:

2024-06-21

Run Time:

91m

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aunt niece relationship disappearance indigenous community indigenous peoples indigenous women oklahoma road trip woman director

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Vote Average: 6.6/10

Vote Count: 66 Votes

Movie Popularity: 0.7443

Spoken Languages: English

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- 29 April 2026 at 8:19 pm

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⭐ Insomniacs Rating: 8/10 THE SUMMARY Lily Gladstone stars as Jax, a hustler living on the Seneca-Cayuga reservation in Oklahoma who has been caring for her niece, Roki, since her sister disappeared. When the state threatens to take Roki away due to Jax’s criminal record, the two hit the road to find Roki’s mother in time for an upcoming state powwow. It’s a gritty, realistic look at the crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous women, but it’s also a deeply moving story about the bonds of family and the importance of heritage in a world that often tries to erase it. THE PROS Lily Gladstone is a total winner here; she brings a hard-edged, protective warmth to Jax that feels incredibly honest and lived-in. Her chemistry with young Isabel Deroy-Olson is the heart of the movie, making their desperate road trip feel urgent and sincere. It earns an 8/10 because the film captures the complexities of reservation life without falling into easy stereotypes, showing a community that is resilient and tight-knit despite systemic failures. The cinematography is high-quality, finding beauty in the sprawling Oklahoma plains and the vibrant colors of the powwow. It’s a gripping watch that manages to be both a tense mystery and a soulful character study. THE CONS It lands an 8/10 because the middle part can feel a bit sluggish as the road trip hits a few predictable beats and minor narrative detours. Some of the secondary characters are a bit thin, serving more as plot obstacles than fully realized people. It misses a higher mark because the ending, while emotionally powerful, leaves a few major plot threads dangling in a way that might feel slightly unsatisfying for those wanting a traditional resolution. The pacing occasionally stumbles when trying to balance the search for the missing sister with the looming legal battle over Roki’s custody. THE VERDICT An 8/10. A sincere and powerful drama that is a winner for anyone who appreciated Gladstone’s work in *Killers of the Flower Moon*. It’s a quality piece of storytelling that highlights an important real-world issue through a very personal, human lens. While it’s not quite "epic status," it’s a legendary shout for fans of indie cinema and a total banger in terms of emotional impact. If you want a film with heart and grit, this is an honest and necessary watch. INSOMNIAC TRIVIA • Directorial Debut: This film marks the narrative feature debut for Erica Tremblay, who previously worked on the acclaimed series *Reservation Dogs* and brought that same honest perspective to this project.• Language Heritage: The film features significant dialogue in the Cayuga language, a deliberate choice by the filmmakers to highlight the ongoing efforts of the Seneca-Cayuga people to preserve their linguistic culture.• Sundance Success: Much like *Killers of the Flower Moon*, this film was a massive hit at the Sundance Film Festival, where it was praised for its authentic representation of Indigenous lives and Gladstone's powerhouse performance. THE VIBE Like a sunrise over the prairie. It smells of sweetgrass, old upholstery, and the metallic tang of a wire fence.

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Fancy Dance — Official Trailer | Apple TV

Cast

Isabel Deroy-Olson

Audrey Wasilewski

Crystle Lightning

Tamara Podemski

Jason Alan Smith

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Insomniacs Reviews
- 29 April 2026 at 9:19 PM

⭐ Insomniacs Rating: 8/10
THE SUMMARY
Lily Gladstone stars as Jax, a hustler living on the Seneca-Cayuga reservation in Oklahoma who has been caring for her niece, Roki, since her sister disappeared. When the state threatens to take Roki away due to Jax’s criminal record, the two hit the road to find Roki’s mother in time for an upcoming state powwow. It’s a gritty, realistic look at the crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous women, but it’s also a deeply moving story about the bonds of family and the importance of heritage in a world that often tries to erase it.
THE PROS
Lily Gladstone is a total winner here; she brings a hard-edged, protective warmth to Jax that feels incredibly honest and lived-in. Her chemistry with young Isabel Deroy-Olson is the heart of the movie, making their desperate road trip feel urgent and sincere. It earns an 8/10 because the film captures the complexities of reservation life without falling into easy stereotypes, showing a community that is resilient and tight-knit despite systemic failures. The cinematography is high-quality, finding beauty in the sprawling Oklahoma plains and the vibrant colors of the powwow. It’s a gripping watch that manages to be both a tense mystery and a soulful character study.
THE CONS
It lands an 8/10 because the middle part can feel a bit sluggish as the road trip hits a few predictable beats and minor narrative detours. Some of the secondary characters are a bit thin, serving more as plot obstacles than fully realized people. It misses a higher mark because the ending, while emotionally powerful, leaves a few major plot threads dangling in a way that might feel slightly unsatisfying for those wanting a traditional resolution. The pacing occasionally stumbles when trying to balance the search for the missing sister with the looming legal battle over Roki’s custody.
THE VERDICT
An 8/10. A sincere and powerful drama that is a winner for anyone who appreciated Gladstone’s work in *Killers of the Flower Moon*. It’s a quality piece of storytelling that highlights an important real-world issue through a very personal, human lens. While it’s not quite “epic status,” it’s a legendary shout for fans of indie cinema and a total banger in terms of emotional impact. If you want a film with heart and grit, this is an honest and necessary watch.
INSOMNIAC TRIVIA
• Directorial Debut: This film marks the narrative feature debut for Erica Tremblay, who previously worked on the acclaimed series *Reservation Dogs* and brought that same honest perspective to this project.
• Language Heritage: The film features significant dialogue in the Cayuga language, a deliberate choice by the filmmakers to highlight the ongoing efforts of the Seneca-Cayuga people to preserve their linguistic culture.
• Sundance Success: Much like *Killers of the Flower Moon*, this film was a massive hit at the Sundance Film Festival, where it was praised for its authentic representation of Indigenous lives and Gladstone’s powerhouse performance.
THE VIBE
Like a sunrise over the prairie. It smells of sweetgrass, old upholstery, and the metallic tang of a wire fence.

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