Crooked Arrows (1:40) 2012

Every once in awhile, a true gem of an independent movie shines brightly. Crooked Arrows is this gem. My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed this modern tribal lacrosse movie. Joe Logan is a Sunaquat tribal member who is brokering a deal to expand the local casino. In order for the tribal council to approve his plan, Joe must first coach the tribe's lacrosse team. Although Joe is reluctant, he does accept the position and rediscovers his love of the game. The Crooked Arrows are just like the other movie teams, Bad New Bears and the Mighty Ducks, with the players have raw undeveloped talent. Joe works to have the players work as a team. As the Crooked Arrows begin to win games and move up in the standings, they bring lacrosse back to their people. Will they be able to win the state championship? The film,financed by the Onandaga Nation, is an underdog crowd pleaser. The opening scenes explain how lacrosse was first played. The soundtrack and the scenery (set in New York but filmed in Massachusetts) add to the story. Although the storyline is predictable, this is a fun and inspiring family movie. See it!