Josiah Wesley Jones

Four Indigenous teenagers in rural Oklahoma steal, rob and save in order to get to the exotic, mysterious and faraway land of California.

After her sister Tama’s untimely passing, Birdie learns that the bond between them is stronger than life and death.

As Mato Wayuhi continues to rise as a musical composer and rapper, he continues to hear his father’s and ancestors’ voices in his art. Mato is known for composing the score for the Emmy-nominated series Reservation Dogs. Outside of the realm of composing, Mato engages with his community and the world through his talents as a rapper. Stankface Standing Soldier: The Rise of Mato Wayuhi provides a glimpse into the up-and-coming Oglala Lakota artist’s life as a rising rapper and composer. With the release of his recent album, Stankface Standing Soldier, the audience receives a deeper look into Mato’s personal inspiration and upbringing. This documentary showcases Mato’s versatility as a performer, showcasing his creative path led by his ancestors and his father’s voice.