Independent Movie, Indie Spotlight

Review: Hank and Asha

Review: Hank and Asha
Topics : Independent Movie, Indie Spotlight
Posted by : Valentina Valentini on February 1, 2013

Slamdance premiere showcases a sweet cyber-love story.

Leap of Feature

From Hittman's IT FELT LIKE LOVE (by Sean Porter)
Topics : 2013 Sundance Film Festival, Independent Movie, Indie Spotlight
Posted by : Valentina Valentini on December 21, 2012

Happy holidays. Happy reflections. For an indie filmmaker reflection can sometimes be completely and utterly depressing. Especially when they’re the type of filmmaker that looks back and sees six shorts under their belt, four credit cards maxed out and one feature in a MacBook.

Lea Thompson is Back in Business

John Shea and Lea Thompson. Photo by Evelyn Sen.
Topics : Independent Movie, Indie Spotlight
Posted by : Valentina Valentini on September 7, 2012

Writer-director Jim Hemphill brings charm, wit, McFly’s mother, and a whole library of extraneous cinephile knowledge to the screen in his newest low-budget film – The Trouble with the Truth.

Interview with Melanie Lynskey (Hello I Must be Going) – Lynskey gives the goods

Interview with Melanie Lynskey (Hello I Must be Going) – Lynskey gives the goods
Topics : Independent Movie, Indie Spotlight
Posted by : Valentina Valentini on August 31, 2012

Melanie Lynskey (“Ever After,” “Up in the Air,” “Heavenly Creatures”) talks awkward kisses, acting rituals and the fear of the unknown in Indie Spotlight’s Q&A.

Snap Review: Rockin’ Reverend

Snap Review: Rockin’ Reverend
Topics : Independent Movie, Indie Spotlight, Movie Reviews, Reviews
Posted by : Nicholas Rapp on August 23, 2012

Rockin’ Reverend is an indie comedy about an agnostic actor turned priest. Brilliant sounding plot? I think yes…

Review: Codependent Lesbian Space Alien Seeks Same

Review: Codependent Lesbian Space Alien Seeks Same
Topics : Independent Movie, Indie Spotlight
Posted by : Valentina Valentini on August 17, 2012

Madeleine Olnek gives her audience an odd and endearing look into the often hazy world of falling in and out of love. And she does so from another world, literally – the planet Zots.

Alex Gibney is back at it…

Alex Gibney is back at it…
Topics : Independent Movie, Indie Spotlight
Posted by : Valentina Valentini on August 3, 2012

Oscar-winning documentarian Gibney brings us pedophilia in the church with SILENCE IN THE HOUSE OF GOD.

‘Ai Weiwei: Never Sorry’ | Alison Klayman’s Provocative Doc

‘Ai Weiwei: Never Sorry’ | Alison Klayman’s Provocative Doc
Topics : Independent Movie, Indie Spotlight
Posted by : Valentina Valentini on July 27, 2012

The Sundance award-winning documentary premieres tomorrow in select cities and on IFC Films InTheaters.

“For a Good Time, Call…” Coming to Theaters

“For a Good Time, Call…” Coming to Theaters
Topics : Independent Movie, Trailers
Posted by : Nicholas Rapp on July 7, 2012

There’s a new trailer in town, and for a film all about phone sex.

Independents Day: The Four Best Indie Films Between July 4, 2011 and July 4, 2012

Independents Day: The Four Best Indie Films Between July 4, 2011 and July 4, 2012
Topics : Independent Movie, Indie Spotlight
Posted by : Valentina Valentini on July 6, 2012

In honor of the oh-so-American holiday and independence at its very core (chasing after your dream, the pursuit of happiness, and all that mush), here is a list the best indies of the year, released between the last two July 4ths in the United States.

Sideways: The Play

Sideways: The Play
Topics : Independent Movie, Indie Spotlight
Posted by : Valentina Valentini on June 8, 2012

Rex Pickett’s stage adaptation of his novel “Sideways” takes the Los Angeles indie stage scene eight years after the Alexander Payne adaptation took the indie screen scene. Pickett talks creative control and Pinot Noirs – two things very dear to his heart.

“Nobody Else But You” | Gerald Hustache-Mathieu’s Supposed Neo-Noir Thriller

“Nobody Else But You” | Gerald Hustache-Mathieu’s Supposed Neo-Noir Thriller
Topics : Independent Movie, Indie Spotlight
Posted by : Valentina Valentini on June 1, 2012

The French do a thriller channeling Marilyn Monroe in the snowy north of France. Atypical all around, but enjoyable nonetheless.

I AM NOT A HIPSTER – Sundance…Then What?

I AM NOT A HIPSTER – Sundance…Then What?
Topics : 2012 Sundance Film Festival, Film Festivals, Independent Movie, Indie Spotlight
Posted by : Valentina Valentini on May 25, 2012

I AM NOT A HIPSTER takes on the world, after Sundance.

DOC FILMMAKERS JOHN BATTSEK AND AMIR BAR-LEV TO MAKE ‘HAPPY VALLEY’

DOC FILMMAKERS JOHN BATTSEK AND AMIR BAR-LEV TO MAKE ‘HAPPY VALLEY’
Topics : Independent Movie, Movie News
Posted by : Valentina Valentini on May 23, 2012

FEATURE DOCUMENTARY TO TELL THE STORY OF THE COMMUNITY AT THE HEART OF THE PENN STATE SEX-ABUSE SCANDAL

Alvaro Orlando Takes His Gloves Off for ‘Counterpunch’

"The one rule about this industry is that there are no rules."
Topics : Independent Movie, Indie Spotlight
Posted by : Valentina Valentini on May 18, 2012

A Q&A with Alvaro Orlando about producing, writing and starring in his film ‘Counterpunch,’ and other general riffraff.

Searchlight’s SOUND OF MY VOICE intrigues

Searchlight’s SOUND OF MY VOICE intrigues
Topics : Independent Movie, Indie Spotlight, Movie Reviews
Posted by : Valentina Valentini on May 4, 2012

From the makers of Another Earth comes Sound of My Voice – another thought-provoking indie

Tribeca Film Fest Wrap-Up

Tribeca Film Fest Wrap-Up
Topics : Film Festivals, Independent Movie, Indie Spotlight, Tribeca Film Festival 2012
Posted by : Valentina Valentini on April 27, 2012

Any Day Now, Cheerful Weather for the Wedding, Caroline & Jackie, and The Playroom among my favorites at this year’s TFF in NYC.

THE SPIRIT of 4/20 – hilarious short film

THE SPIRIT of 4/20 – hilarious short film
Topics : Independent Movie
Posted by : Matt Rosenberg on April 19, 2012

4-20 only comes once a year people!

Pretty. Smart. – Can A New Generation of Women Change Hollywood?

Pretty. Smart. – Can A New Generation of Women Change Hollywood?
Topics : Filmmaking, Independent Movie, Indie Spotlight
Posted by : Valentina Valentini on April 13, 2012

Steadily and slowly, a new group of young and fiercely ambitious females are knocking on the doors of top production companies like HBO, Apatow Productions, and in general permeating the entire indie community.

The Tsunami and the Cherry Blossom – a year later.

The Tsunami and the Cherry Blossom – a year later.
Topics : 2012 Sundance Film Festival, Independent Movie, Indie Spotlight, Trailers
Posted by : Valentina Valentini on March 9, 2012 cherryblossom

Award-winning documentary filmmaker Lucy Walker remembers what it was like to be in Japan last year, only days after the most destructive tsunami in recorded history hit the entire eastern side of the country.

Short Film ‘MANIAC’ starring Kid Cudi and Shia LaBeouf

Short Film ‘MANIAC’ starring Kid Cudi and Shia LaBeouf
Topics : Facebook, Filmmaking, Independent Movie, Indie Spotlight
Posted by : Rande Iaboni on November 1, 2011

Check out the short film ‘Maniac’ starring Kid Cudi and Shia LaBeouf (also director)

British Independent Film Award Nominations Announced

British Independent Film Award Nominations Announced
Topics : Independent Movie, Indie Spotlight, Oscars
Posted by : Rande Iaboni on October 31, 2011 british_independent_film_awards

Find out which movies were nominated for the British Independent Film Awards!

Francis Ford Coppola’s ‘Twixt’ Trailer Released

Francis Ford Coppola’s ‘Twixt’ Trailer Released
Topics : Independent Movie, Movie News, Trailers
Posted by : Rande Iaboni on August 2, 2011

First official trailer released for Francis Ford Coppola’s original horror tale ‘Twixt’

Snap review of ‘New York Says Thank You’

Snap review of ‘New York Says Thank You’
Topics : Independent Movie, Movie Reviews, Tribeca Film Festival 2011
Posted by : Matt Rosenberg on June 3, 2011

The true story of a group of New Yorkers inspired by 9/11 who travel the country helping others who suffered tragedy.

Tribeca Film Festival Teams Up With ESPN

Tribeca Film Festival Teams Up With ESPN
Topics : Independent Movie, Movie News, Sports Movies, Tribeca Film Festival 2011
Posted by : Rande Iaboni on June 1, 2011

Tribeca/ESPN Sports Film Festival On Demand will run through August 25th showcasing various independent sports films.

Official Trailer and Synopsis for IFC Films Latest Thriller

Official Trailer and Synopsis for IFC Films Latest Thriller
Topics : Independent Movie, Movie News, Trailers
Posted by : Rande Iaboni on May 6, 2011

Official Trailer and Synopsis for IFC Films Latest Thriller ‘The Ledge’

Movies for less than a dollar?! Yes, please!

Movies for less than a dollar?! Yes, please!
Topics : Independent Movie, Movie Sites
Posted by : Alia Haddad on April 21, 2011

Watch three independent horror films for less than a dollar on SundanceNow!

Indie Spotlight: World Full of Nothing

Indie Spotlight: World Full of Nothing
Topics : Independent Movie
Posted by : Nick Poyner on November 4, 2010

World Full of nothing tackles teen suicide in a mediocre way.

A Look at Bill Plympton’s Idiots and Angels

A Look at Bill Plympton’s Idiots and Angels
Topics : Independent Movie, Movie News, Movie Sites
Posted by : Jaya Ramdath on October 3, 2010

Independent filmmaker Bill Plympton’s newest project, Idiots and Angels, will be released at IFC Center (New York) and Laemmle Sunset 5 (Los Angeles) starting October 6th. Plympton, who has also animated popular shorts like Your Face (nominated for an Academy Award) and Guard Dog, built the film around the basic idea of an angel who [...]

Nice Guy Johnny gets distribution

Nice Guy Johnny gets distribution
Topics : Independent Movie, Movie Marketing, Tribeca Film Festival 2010
Posted by : Matt Rosenberg on August 20, 2010

Edward Burns’ latest film ‘Nice Guy Johnny,’ which premiered at the 2010 Tribeca Film Festival, will be released on October 26 via cable VOD, DVD, and iTunes. The film is a rom com with a bit more com than rom, and is definitely enjoyable.  It’s a light movie about a mid 20′s guy who considers [...]