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Rez Ball is a film based on sports and is directed by Sydney Freeland. The story of the film is written by Sterlin Harjo and Sydney Freeland, taking inspiration from the novel “Canyon Dreams: A Basketball season on the Navajo Nation”. The first debut of the film was at the Toronto International Film Festival. The featured actors in the film are Kauchani Bratt, Jessica Matten, Julia Jones, Amber Midthunder and Kiowa Gordon and the producers are LeBron James, Mauricio Mota, Katie Elmore Mota, Spencer Beighley, Jamal Henderson and Nancy Utley. The cameraperson of the film is Kira Kelly, the editor is Jessica Baclesse and the musician is Dan Deacon.
Plot
The film’s story is based on some young athletes belonging to Navajo communities in America. The athletes belong to a basketball team, where playing in the team and winning the championship can help them escape from their ongoing problems and build a good future. But they are considered third wheels and always neglected by the sports federation, because of their background. How will the team cope with the pressure? Will they qualify for the final round? How will they win the basketball championship?
Star performance
Kauchani Bratt, playing the role of Jimmy Holiday, is the lead character in the film. He was chosen as the lead actor for the film due to his previous experience in basketball. Jimmy Holiday is the captain of the team, he has to handle a dual role, the pressure of winning the championship and guiding other team mates. The supporting cast members including, Jessica Matten playing the role of Heather Hobbs, Amber Midthunder playing the role of Dezbah Weaver, Kiowa Gordin playing the role of Cliff Navajo and Julia Jones playing the role of Alvira holiday, have given the best through their in depth performance.
Analysis
The film showcases the complex journey of the basketball players of Navajo school to qualify for the basketball championship. The teammates stand together to face all the hurdles, hoping to regain the pride of their community and get equal respect in the society. The actors and the supporting actors have played their part with true dedication. The film speaks for the rights of the native Americans who are left behind due to community reservations.
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Verdict
The film’s story has succeeded in representing the norms and culture of the native Americans and the criticism they endured due to such communal differences.
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