War Pony

Please note this screening is part of Woodbridge Film Society's 2024/2025 Season and therefore not open to the public. You can read more about the Film Society and how to join here

The stunning and utterly compelling directorial debut of Riley Keough (star of Daisy Jones and The Six) and Gina Gammell, winner of Cannes’ Caméra d'Or

At 23, Bill (Jojo Bapteise Whiting) just wants to make something of himself.

Whether it’s syphoning gas, delivering goods or breeding Poodles, he is determined to carve his way to the “American Dream”.

Meanwhile, 12-year-old Matho (LaDainian Crazy Thunder) can’t wait to become a man.

Desperate for approval from his young, unavailable father, a series of destructive decisions turns Matho’s life upside down and he finds himself unequipped to deal with the harsh realities of the adult world.

A powerful tale of life, hope and belonging created over a period of four years in collaboration with members of the Pine Ridge Reservation.

Programme Type: Film

Strand Type: WFS

Director: Gina Gammell, Riley Keough

Cast: Iona Red Bear, Wilma Colhof, Sprague Hollander

Certificate: 12A

Running Time: 115 minutes