Stankface Standing Soldier: The Rise of Mato Wayuhi (2026)
As Mato Wayuhi continues to rise as a musical composer and rapper, he continues to hear his father’s and ancestors’ voices in his art. Mato is known for composing the score for the Emmy-nominated series Reservation Dogs. Outside of the realm of composing, Mato engages with his community and the world through his talents as a rapper. Stankface Standing Soldier: The Rise of Mato Wayuhi provides a glimpse into the up-and-coming Oglala Lakota artist’s life as a rising rapper and composer. With the release of his recent album, Stankface Standing Soldier, the audience receives a deeper look into Mato’s personal inspiration and upbringing. This documentary showcases Mato’s versatility as a performer, showcasing his creative path led by his ancestors and his father’s voice.
Director: Josiah Wesley Jones
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Mato Wayuhi as Self |
| Directing | Josiah Wesley Jones | Director |
| Production | Josiah Wesley Jones | Producer |
| Production | Blake Brown | Producer |
| Production | Jeremy Charles | Producer |
| Crew | Nick Buttram | Cinematography |