Rather than a production of a major studio, Dark Odyssey was part of the innovative
independent film scene of the time.
Not exact matches
While I enjoyed The Wedding Plan, some
of the dialog - heavy
scenes went on too long... Even so, this one is highly recommended to a discerning audience for
independent films.
She earned critical praise for her role in the
independent feature REMEMBER THE DAZE, singled out by Variety as the «
scene stealer»
of the
film opposite Amber Heard and Leighton Meester.
But, so long as you can follow the story well enough, and don't mind the rather lengthy takes that Soderbergh enjoys during
scenes of running or driving, Haywire is worth seeking out for a smart, stylish, and off - speed action
film that blends traditional thrills with Soderbergh's
independent experimentation with the process
of genre filmmaking.
He burst onto the
scene in 2013 with Fruitvale Station, a low budget
independent film that premiered at Sundance and told the true story
of a 22 - year - old African American who was killed by police in Oakland.
After all, underground cinema is less in thrall to the establishment
of a name (filmmakers may often either move on to
independent film or into other areas
of activity), and much more likely to be a
scene of greater experimentation.
In this wonderful interview excerpt, courtesy
of Youtube user andyrodd077, legendary
independent filmmaker George Kuchar opens up on his time in the New York
film scene.
The behind - the -
scenes action
of Living in Oblivion is no exception, and although we've seen many
films just like it in recent years, such as Mistress and The Big Picture, Tom DiCillo's (Double Whammy, Box
of Moon Light) creation distinguishes itself by being about a
independent filmmaking, not greatly influenced by the dictation
of a major studio or bigwig producer, but by conflicts within the filmmaker himself.
Amy Seimetz («Upstream Color») Over the last few years, Amy Seimetz hasn't come anywhere near threatening to crack the mainstream, but has served as a sort
of «Zelig «- figure for a particular kind
of American
independent film, crossing paths with many
of the most notable players in the
scene in some way or another.
What happens afterward is arguably one
of the most memorable
scenes in
independent film ever.
An emotionally stirring journey through the coming -
of - age
of a young black man in Miami, Moonlight has established Jenkins as one
of the most vital storytellers on the
independent film scene.
Filmmakers who make such
films are those who have been making
films at the margins
of the
independent filmmaking
scene.
Justin Kurzel's Snowtown was a remarkable
film, a brash feature debut that signaled the emergence
of a unique talent joining a slew
of them coming out
of the Australian
independent scene.
Elite's transfer is very nice, and along with deleted
scenes and trailers, the commentary track (which includes two
of the
film's lead actors) also provides a rather vivid portrait
of the horror genre at the time, which, for many burgeoning filmmakers, was the only way to enter the
film business before the larger studios devoured the remaining
independents.
For a glimpse
of the dynamic between Haynes and Moore, watch the below outtake from a supplement on our release, in which the two discuss some
of the influences behind Safe — including Michelangelo Antonioni's Red Desert, Chantal Akerman's Jeanne Dielman, and the work
of frequent Haynes reference point Douglas Sirk — and the
independent -
film scene from which it emerged.
A piercingly intelligent and flawlessly performed chamber piece, in which the video camera becomes a charged metaphor for the characters» isolation, the Palme d'Or — winning sex, lies, and videotape changed the landscape
of American
film, helping pave the way for the thriving
independent scene of the 1990s.
But those in the know have been keeping tabs on Nichols since his breakout sophomore effort, the provocative apocalypse tale Take Shelter, and over these three
films (also including his debut, Shotgun Stories, and the moderately successful and excellent Mud), he has established himself as a strong Southern voice on the
independent scene, the sort
of director who makes you sit up and take notice whenever he announces a new project.
Having taken a short break from
independent films for a short while, I was able to watch Nothing Without You with a fresh set
of eyes and an eagerness to get back to the indie
scene.
Over the past decade, Greta Gerwig has become one
of the most vital and vibrant stars
of the
independent film scene.
The 35 - year - old actor was discussing
filming scenes for the upcoming movie during an interview with The
Independent — and one thing he said in particular has gotten a lot
of attention.
You could do a decent job
of staying on top
of new releases each week, keep your finger on the pulse
of the
independent cinema
scene, and even be open to obscure
films you might stumble upon on Netflix or Redbox.
Though a decent portion
of the
film revolves around Bell's character, her
scenes independent of McCarthy are mildly tedious.
Of course, this year has also been marked by much upheaval in the movie business, from the sexual harassment scandals that have already taken a toll on the independent film scene to the recently announced merger of giants Disney and 20th Century Fox, which also promises to effect major changes in the years to com
Of course, this year has also been marked by much upheaval in the movie business, from the sexual harassment scandals that have already taken a toll on the
independent film scene to the recently announced merger
of giants Disney and 20th Century Fox, which also promises to effect major changes in the years to com
of giants Disney and 20th Century Fox, which also promises to effect major changes in the years to come.
Independent filmmaker and underground music aficionado David Markey's
films include 1991: The Year Punk Broke (1992) and the Los Angeles punk Super 8 cult classics The Slog Movie (1982), Desperate Teenage Lovedolls (1984), and its sequel Lovedolls Superstar (1986), all
of which represent a unique record
of the punk
scene in Southern California throughout the 1980s and 1990s.
So when you say that we don't have a whole lot
of information on Mario himself, I guess Mario - fans still don't like to talk about that most excellent
of game - movies, the masterwork
of adaptation, featuring prolific actor and lovechild
of the
independent film -
scene Bob Hoskins, energetic superstar John Leguizamo and
film - legend Dennis Hopper, featuring that most divine
of soundtracks, which ended up being such a darling
of the criticsphere that it just begged for a reboot?
Presented as part
of the Club 57 exhibition, this survey celebrates
film and video created during New York's post-punk period, including landmark examples
of No Wave, Cinema
of Transgression, and
independent films that grew out
of the East Village
scene and were first exhibited in area venues like Club 57, New Cinema, Millennium, and others.