Indie films often offer unique narratives, groundbreaking cinematography, and performances that stay with you long after the credits roll. Here are 10 indie gems that might have slipped your radar but deserve your attention:
- "The Lobster" (2015): This surreal comedy-drama follows a man who must find a partner in order to avoid being transformed into an animal.
- "Primer" (2004): A low-budget sci-fi thriller that explores time travel and its consequences.
- "Tangerines" (2013): Set in the aftermath of the Georgian-Abkhazian war, this film tells the story of two elderly Estonian men who remain behind to harvest their tangerine crop.
- "Leave the World Behind" (2023): A suspenseful drama about two families forced to shelter together during a mysterious blackout.
- "The Babadook" (2014): A haunting Australian horror film about a widowed mother struggling to cope with her troubled son and a malevolent presence that haunts their home.
- "Short Term 12" (2013): A coming-of-age drama set in a foster care facility.
- "Swiss Army Man" (2016): A bizarre and heartwarming comedy about a man who befriends a corpse.
- "The Farewell" (2019): A touching family drama about a Chinese-American woman who returns to her homeland to say goodbye to her dying grandmother.
- "Lady Bird" (2017): A coming-of-age comedy-drama about a rebellious teenager navigating her senior year of high school.
- "The Lighthouse" (2019): A black-and-white psychological horror film set on a remote island.
Have you seen any of these films? What are your favorite indie movies that flew under the radar?
