About the Film
Hoops is a heartfelt coming-of-age short film set in a small town in Northern Nevada. Through the eyes of Nate, a 13-year-old Western Shoshone boy, the film explores boyhood, friendship, family, and the meaning of home. When Nate discovers he will be moving away, he must grapple with leaving behind his two friends and their shared dream of making the next year’s basketball team. Over one final summer, Nate navigates change, holding onto moments of connection and healing along the way.
Rooted in narrative sovereignty, Hoops prioritizes Native voices and crew to tell a contemporary Native story with authenticity and care. Through its blend of humor and heart, the film brings a contemporary Native experience to a wider audience.
Why Native Stories Matter
Native stories are an essential part of our collective storytelling, yet contemporary Indigenous experiences remain underrepresented in film. Telling these stories creates space for Native communities to represent themselves and share the complexities of their lived experiences. From the everyday moments of growing up to the relationships that shape who we become, these stories deserve to be told with authenticity, humor, and heart. By supporting Native filmmakers, we help create a cinematic landscape where Indigenous communities can see themselves reflected in the stories we share.
Why We Need Your Support
As we prepare to shoot in November, we’re turning to you for support in bringing Hoops to life. We’ve already secured a portion of the funding, and your contributions will help us cover the remaining production costs.
Your support will go directly toward:
Set design and location costs
Costumes and wardrobe
Lighting and camera equipment
Catering for our cast and crew
Post-production, including editing, color grading, and sound design
Film promotion and advertising
Every contribution, no matter the size, brings us one step closer to completing Hoops and sharing this story with audiences. Your support helps make space for contemporary Native stories and the filmmakers committed to telling them.
Thank you for your generosity and for supporting independent filmmakers!
Pending Donor approval, donations of:
$100 or more will receive a "Special Thanks" credit;
$500 or more will receive an "Associate Producer" credit;
$1,000 or more will receive an "Executive Producer" credit;
$1 or more will receive my sincere gratitude and appreciation!
