LILY GLADSTONE: THE UNSTOPPABLE AUNTY REDEFINING NATIVE POWER IN FILM

When it comes to commanding presence, Lily Gladstone is the epitome of brilliance, proving time and again that Native artistry is a force to be reckoned with. Fresh off her unforgettable performance in “Killers of the Flower Moon,” Aunty Gladstone continues to dazzle, bringing her nuanced storytelling and undeniable authenticity to Andrew Ahn’s much-anticipated new film, “The Wedding Banquet.”

Kelly Marie Tran, Lily Gladstone, Han Gi-Chan, Bowen Yang appear in The Wedding Banquet by Andrew Ahn, an official selection of the 2025 Sundance Film Festival

A reimagining of cultural intersections and familial ties, “The Wedding Banquet” is already making waves, with Gladstone’s performance being hailed as deeply resonant and groundbreaking. The film is set to premiere at none other than the Sundance Film Festival this weekend, where the buzz is electric, and aunty is among the stars and a talent reshaping the industry.

The Wedding Banquet

Gladstone’s presence is more than cinematic; it’s a testament to the enduring power of Native women carving out space in a world that often overlooks them. She embodies the archetype of the modern Native Aunty—wise, strong, and unapologetically herself—a role model both on and off the screen.

This Sundance season, Gladstone isn’t just attending, she’s owning the narrative, championing stories that matter, and inspiring a new wave of Indigenous talent and creators. Native artists are redefining fashion, film, and storytelling—and Lily Gladstone is leading the change, reminding us all what representation matters and why Native excellence will always shine.