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The Unknown Country is a 2022 independent American drama film written and directed by Morrisa Maltz. The film follows Tana, played by Lily Gladstone, on a road trip through the Midwest as she reconnects with her family and Oglala Lakota heritage following her grandmother's death. Blending narrative and documentary elements, the film incorporates performances from non-professional actors from communities along the route, creating an authentic portrait of contemporary life in the American heartland. Gladstone's performance received critical acclaim and won the Gotham Award for Outstanding Lead Performance.
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What is Tana doing in The Unknown Country?
Tana, played by Lily Gladstone, takes a road trip through the American Midwest after her grandmother's death. The journey connects her with family, memory, and her Oglala Lakota heritage.
Who directed The Unknown Country?
Morrisa Maltz wrote and directed the 2022 film. The story was developed with Lily Gladstone, Lainey Bearkiller Shangreaux, and Vanara Taing.
Is The Unknown Country a documentary or a scripted film?
It is an independent scripted drama, although its road-trip structure and observational passages can give it a documentary-like feeling. Lily Gladstone plays the central character Tana, while Raymond Lee is also part of the principal cast.
Where did The Unknown Country premiere?
The film had its world premiere at South by Southwest in March 2022. Music Box Films later gave it a United States theatrical release in 2023.
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