Written and directed by Tony Tost, this American feature film stars Sydney Sweeney, Paul Walter Hauser, Zahn McClarnon, Eric Dane, Halsey, Toby Huss, Harriet Sansom Harris, and Simon Rex. Produced by Creative Wealth Media Finance and Page Fifty-Four Pictures, the film depicts a hunt for a precious Native American artifact. It will be available in France on the Max platform on December 20, 2025.
The plot follows several characters searching for a rare Lakota shirt, coveted for its great cultural and material value. Each character has their own motivations, ranging from ambition to survival to personal quests. This relic becomes the central element in a series of confrontations where alliances are formed and broken as the story progresses.
The story creates a climate of constant tension, driven by conflicting interests and a territory marked by a strong historical memory. The confrontation between the various protagonists highlights the risks each is willing to take to get their hands on the object, while the cultural significance of the Lakota shirt plays an essential role in the story.
The film marks Tony Tost's directorial debut after a career as a screenwriter for American television series. Sydney Sweeney continues her string of roles in projects that combine drama and suspense. Paul Walter Hauser, who has made a name for himself in biographical films, returns to a darker register. Zahn McClarnon, associated with productions exploring Native American culture, joins the cast. Filming and production were overseen by Creative Wealth Media Finance and Page Fifty-Four Pictures, both active in American independent cinema.
The tone is a mix of thriller and crime drama. The film targets audiences who enjoy action stories rooted in a specific cultural context and stories where several trajectories converge around a symbolic object. The pace combines tense sequences with more introspective moments.
Americana
Film | 2025
On HBO Max December 20, 2025
Action | Running time: 1 hour 47 minutes
By Tony Tost | Starring Sydney Sweeney, Paul Walter Hauser, Zahn McClarnon
Nationality: United States
The film follows a hunt for a rare cultural artifact, with multiple stakes for the characters who covet it.
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