It follows as a Native American hustler who kidnaps her niece from her white grandparents and sets out for the state powwow in the hope of keeping what’s left of their family intact.
Fancy Dance is a 2023 American drama film directed by Erica Tremblay in her feature narrative directorial debut, from a screenplay by Tremblay and Miciana Alise. It stars Lily Gladstone, Isabel Deroy-Olson and Shea Whigham.
It premiered at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival on January 20, 2023, and is scheduled to be released in a limited release on June 21, 2024, prior to streaming on Apple TV+ on June 28, 2024. Since her sister’s disappearance, Jax has cared for her niece Roki on the Seneca–Cayuga Nation Reservation. Every spare minute goes into finding her missing sister while also helping Roki prepare for an upcoming powwow. At the risk of losing custody to Jax’s father, Frank, the pair hit the road to track down Roki’s mother in time for the powwow.
Directed by Erica Tremblay, known for her work in documentaries, “Fancy Dance” marks her first foray into fictional narratives. The film’s release will feature a limited theatrical run, offering audiences a chance to experience the emotional story on the big screen before its digital debut on Apple TV+.
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Who wrote Fancy Dance?
Fancy Dance is a 2023 American drama film directed by Erica Tremblay in her feature narrative directorial debut, from a screenplay by Tremblay and Miciana Alise.
How can I watch the movie Fancy Dance?
Watch Fancy Dance – Apple TV+
When will “Fancy Dance” be released?
“Fancy Dance” will premiere in select theaters on June 21, with streaming on Apple TV+ starting June 28.
What is the plot of “Fancy Dance”?
The film follows Jax (played by Lily Gladstone), who cares for her niece after her sister disappears, embarking on a quest to find her mother and keep their family together.
