With the rise of streaming services, Indie films are more accessible than ever. Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon prime make it possible for you to have constant access to some of the best indie films on the market, highlighting new and innovative projects, with many festivals showcasing the latest and greatest in independent cinema.
But what makes indie films so special? Let’s explore that subject.
Unique vision
One of the biggest perks of indie cinema is that they are set apart from Hollywood films by offering a very unique or even niche vision by the filmmakers. Indie filmmakers often have to take a very indivudualized approach to their projects, emphasizing the storyselling to set themselves apart from mainstream media. This approach can result in very creative and thought-provoking films, often exploring new and innovative concepts.
Lower budgets
Oftentimes, indie filmmamkers have a slimmer budget to work with than you would see with indie films. Due to this, indie filmmakers usually have to get pretty creative as well as resourceful in their film production in order to make up for what they lack in funding. One plus of this situation is that filmmakers can often take more risks than larger budget films, enabling them to explore more controversial and taboo subjects without the added pressure of appealing to very broad audience. Their subjects and themes can be completely niche.
Less censorship
Speaking of being able to take greater risks, seeing as indie films are made outside of the the traditional studio system in place for big budget films, filmmakers subsequently have more creative freedom with their movies. This means there’s a lot less in terms of censorship or interference from executives who may otherwise want to alter the film to make it more “marketable” or appealing to a wider audience. This creative freedom allows indie filmmakers to tell their stories without a filter, keeping a more authentic and challenging story without the constraints of commercial expectations.
Indie films are becoming more popular and are now an important part of the film industry, offering thought-provoking and unique stories that would otherwise be missing from the mainstream.