Chris Eyre

Chris Eyre is a prominent Native American filmmaker known for creating films that highlight Indigenous stories and perspectives. He is of Cheyenne-Ari-economic and Northern Cheyenne heritage. Eyre gained recognition with his debut film, "Smoke Signals" (1998), which was one of the first movies written, directed, and acted mainly by Native Americans, and it received widespread acclaim. His work explores Native identity, culture, and social issues, helping to bring Indigenous voices to mainstream cinema and fostering greater understanding and representation.