Tag: Independent Cinema
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EQUINOX
Equinox (1970) is an American independent horror fantasy film directed by Jack Woods and Dennis Muren, starring Edward Connell, Barbara Hewitt, Frank Bonner, and Robin Christopher. Originally filmed as a 1967 short titled The Equinox…A Journey into the Supernatural, the project was expanded into a feature-length film and released in 1970. The film follows four…
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WANDA
“Wanda” (1970) is an independent film directed, written by, and starring Barbara Loden. The film, which has a stark, minimalist style, tells the story of a drifting, disaffected woman trying to navigate her bleak existence in working-class America. Loden’s film stands as a landmark of feminist cinema, capturing the aimless life of its central character…
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SPANKING THE MONKEY
“Spanking the Monkey” is a 1994 dark comedy-drama film directed by David O. Russell in his directorial debut. The film stars Jeremy Davies, Alberta Watson, Benjamin Hendrickson, Carla Gallo, and Matthew Puckett. The film explores complex themes such as familial duty, isolation, and taboo relationships. The story centers on Ray Aibelli (Jeremy Davies), a pre-med…
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DAVID LYNCH 1946-2025
It is with heavy hearts that we learned today the passing of visionary filmmaker David Lynch at 78. Lynch was a true original and played a significant role in the rise of independent cinema in the late 1970s. He also created one of the last true “water cooler” cultural phenomena on television in the early…
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Q-BEC MY LOVE (NSFW)
“Q-Bec My Love” is a Canadian film that was released in 1970, directed by Jean Pierre Lefebvre. The movie is a satirical allegory that explores sexuality in the entertainment and advertising industry through a series of disconnected vignettes. Shot in black and white, the film has a direct lighting source that creates surreal vignettes, often…
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MYSTERY TRAIN
“Mystery Train,” directed by Jim Jarmusch and released in 1989, is a quirky anthology film that weaves together three separate but interconnected stories set in Memphis, Tennessee, all taking place in the same run-down hotel throughout one night. The film stars Masatoshi Nagase as Jun, A Japanese tourist obsessed with Elvis Presley. Yûki Kudô as Mitzuko: Jun’s…
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PARIS, TEXAS
“Paris, Texas” is a captivating and introspective drama directed by Wim Wenders in 1984. The film follows the mysterious journey of Travis Henderson, a man who mysteriously disappears from his family’s life for four years and suddenly reemerges in the barren Texan desert. Travis is found wandering aimlessly and mute until his estranged brother Walt…
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THE HONEYMOON KILLERS
“The Honeymoon Killers” is a chilling crime drama based on actual events in the late 1940s, dubbed “The Lonely Hearts Killers.” Directed by Leonard Kastle, the film delves into the disturbing relationship between two sociopathic lovers who embark on a deadly spree targeting vulnerable individuals seeking love and companionship. The story follows Martha Beck (Shirley…
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BUFFALO 66
“Buffalo 66” is a 1998 emotionally charged indie drama that explores the transformative journey of an eccentric young man seeking redemption and self-discovery. Written and directed by Vincent Gallo, the film delves into the depths of human connection, identity, and the power of forgiveness. Billy Brown, portrayed by Vincent Gallo himself, is a troubled and…
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THE FLORIDA PROJECT
“The Florida Project,” a 2017 film directed by Sean Baker, is a drama that delves into the lives of those on the fringes of society, exploring the joys and struggles of childhood innocence amidst the harsh realities of poverty. Set in the outskirts of Orlando, Florida, the film follows the adventures of six-year-old Moonee and…
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