The film Smoke Signals (1998) was the first feature film to be written and directed by and cast with American Indians. It challenged dominant ideology in the following way:

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Smoke Signals is notable for its use of humor to address Indian stereotypes, poverty, and identity issues, rather than for giving an accurate historical account of Native American culture or having brown actors wear white face.

The Film Smoke Signals (1998) Was the First Feature Film