Get ready to be emotionally swept away by the trailer for Jazzy, the upcoming indie film from award-winning director Morrisa Maltz. Slated for release on February 7th, 2025, this poignant coming-of-age drama follows the story of a young Oglala Lakota girl, Jazzy Bearkiller Shangreaux, played by Jasmine Bearkiller Shangreaux, as she navigates the bittersweet realities of growing up in Spearfish, South Dakota.
In this follow-up to Maltz's critically acclaimed film The Unknown Country, Jazzy tells the story of a six-year-old girl grappling with the loss of her childhood innocence. When Jazzy learns that her best friend Syriah (played by Syriah Foohead Means) is moving away, she's confronted with the emotional upheaval of change, loss, and the complexities of the adult world. The film beautifully explores the emotional turbulence of childhood relationships and how they evolve as we leave behind the dreamlike simplicity of youth.
Lily Gladstone—Oscar-nominated for Kelly Reichardt’s First Cow—joins the cast alongside Richard Ray Whitman, Raymond Lee, and Syriah Foohead Means, bringing a rich layer of talent to this intimate exploration of growing up. Written by Morrisa Maltz, Lainey Bearkiller Shangreaux, Vanara Taing, and Andrew Hajek, Jazzy promises to be a deeply affecting experience that touches on themes of family, loss, and identity.
The film’s official trailer dropped recently, and it’s already stirring up anticipation for its February release. If you’re a fan of raw, character-driven storytelling, Jazzy is definitely one to mark on your calendar. Prepare for an emotional journey as this indie gem brings a fresh, authentic voice to the screen.
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