Independent Films

What is an independent Film?  Not everyone is familiar with that term.  They are frequently called Indie Films.  Specifically, low budget movies with a couple well-renown actors that have limited distribution.  So far,  I think they are some of the best.  They are frequently projects big studios don't back but famous actors want to do.  They are usually my favorites because they aren't franchise films and therefore special.  Screenwriters that think "out of the box".

Black Swan((2010)and Requiem for a Dream (2000) by Director Darren Aronofsky are well known.  I think just about everyone has seen Black Swan.  Both films were rather dark and haunting but superb in their own right.  A little known film by famous Director Neil Jordan is called Ondine.  He also has an addictive series on Showtime called The Borgais.  I'm hooked on that.  Three seasons thus far and based on the reign of a notoriously scandalous pope in the sixteenth century.  Scandal, corruption and devious plots keep you hooked.

If you are interested in something more enchanting...I recommend a film by above-mentioned, Neil Jordan entitled Ondine.  Ondine (2009)was filmed in Ireland.  A modern day fairytale about an Irish fisherman whose life changes suddenly after catching a mysterious, beautiful woman in his fishing net. Touching screenplay, Colin Farrell as lead role with beautiful cinematography.  I came across it in my movie collection and thought I should recommend since it didn't get the PR Black Swan had and is just as good.  You can now find it on cable if you have premium stations sometimes.

Hmmm. Ireland..That reminds me...I need to hurry up and visit there too;)  

 So..if you come across a film listed as IFC or Indie, take the time to watch.  Majority of the time they are excellent.  Some to check out are Darjeeling Limited, Amelie, Bel Ami, Ondine and of course Black Swan. /Darjeeling Limited and Amelie are whimsical.  Bel Ami and Ondine are more serious while  Black Swan is more mysterious.  Watch and you be the judge.

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