Erica Tremblay's 'Fancy Dance' Celebrates Cayuga Language and Culture

The film explores the bond between an aunt and niece while addressing systemic issues affecting Indigenous communities.

'Fancy Dance' features dialogue in the endangered Cayuga language, highlighting cultural preservation.
The story follows Jax and her niece Roki as they navigate life on the Seneca-Cayuga reservation.
Lily Gladstone delivers a compelling performance as Jax, blending strength and vulnerability.
The film addresses themes of missing Indigenous women and the forced removal of Native children.
Directed by Erica Tremblay, 'Fancy Dance' is set for a limited theatrical release before streaming on Apple TV+.