40 Diverse Independent Films to Explore in 2024

Occupied City

2023 • 266 min

Documentary

This film explores the legacy of the Nazi occupation of Amsterdam, connecting World War II to more recent times, including the pandemic and protests. It's a thoughtful look at how we remember the past, how time shapes us, and what…

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No One Will Save You

2023 • 93 min • Budget $22M

Horror, Science Fiction

A solitary woman fights off aliens who endanger her future, compelling her to confront unresolved issues from her past.

6.7

6.2

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Scala

2022 • 65 min

A documentary filmmaker chronicles the closing of Thailand's last independent movie theater, as former staff members reunite to assist with the shutdown.

7.0

6.0

Full Time

2022 • 88 min • Budget $3M • Box office $42K

Drama

Julie secures an interview for a position that would allow her to provide a better life for her children, but her plans are disrupted by a nationwide transit strike.

7.0

7.4

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Finestkind

2023 • 126 min

Crime, Drama, Thriller

Two brothers, raised in very different worlds, reconnect as adults. Facing dire situations, they agree to a deal with a Boston crime organization, and a young woman becomes entangled in their dangerous world.

6.9

6.1

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Chile '76

2022 • 96 min • Box office $281K

Drama

Chile, 1976. Carmen travels to her seaside home. The family priest asks her to secretly care for a young man he's hiding, and Carmen begins a journey into unfamiliar territory, leaving behind the predictable life she knows.

7.0

6.7

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In Camera

2024 • 95 min

A young man dedicates his time to recording self-tapes for roles he doesn't land. Following repeated disappointments in unsettling commercial auditions, he decides to seek out a different acting opportunity.

5.8

5.6

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The Taste of Mango

2024 • 75 min

Director Chloe Abrahams delivers a visually stunning story about love across generations. The film explores difficult truths her mother and grandmother have avoided, gently uncovering unresolved issues from their family history.

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7.4

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It Ain't Over

2023 • 98 min

This film chronicles the life of Yogi Berra, the legendary New York Yankees catcher and ten-time World Series champion. Berra's distinctive personality and memorable sayings occasionally overshadowed his status as one of baseball's all-time greats.

7.1

8.2

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Shayda

2023 • 118 min • Box office $233K

Drama

In Australia, Shayda, an Iranian woman, seeks safety for herself and her 6-year-old daughter, Mona, at a women's shelter after leaving her husband, Hossein, and initiating a divorce. Shayda strives to provide a sense of normalcy for Mona as they…

6.7

6.6

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If the Streets Were on Fire

2023 • 71 min

With youth violence increasing, a defiant group of young people takes to the streets on bikes. They form a close bond through their shared passion for cycling as an escape from the difficulties of their lives.

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7.9

Girl

2023 • 87 min

A young mother confronts her hidden history as her daughter enters adolescence and seeks independence.

6.5

5.9

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The Killer

2023 • 118 min • Budget $175M • Box office $362K

Crime, Thriller

Following a critical error, a professional assassin must evade his employers while confronting his own inner demons during a global chase. He maintains that his actions are not motivated by personal feelings.

6.6

6.7

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Bella!

2023 • 82 min

"Bella!" Chronicles the life of Bella Abzug, beginning with her emergence as a determined activist in New York City's West Village. She later became a leading voice advocating for a wide range of causes, including ending the Vietnam War and…

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7.7

High & Low – John Galliano

2024 • 116 min • Box office $337K

Documentary

John Galliano was a highly successful fashion designer of the 1990s and 2000s. His career ended suddenly in 2011 after video footage showed him making antisemitic and racist remarks to people in Paris.

6.1

7.1

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Red Herring

2024 • 94 min

When 24-year-old filmmaker Kit Vincent receives a terminal diagnosis, he decides to film the people he cares about most.

8.0

8.1

Drift

2024 • 93 min

Fleeing the civil war in Liberia, a woman who once enjoyed privilege now struggles to survive as a refugee in Greece. She forms an unlikely friendship with a free-spirited tour guide who doesn't seem to have any roots.

6.7

6.2

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Lyra

2022 • 93 min

This is a deeply personal film about the life and death of Lyra McKee, a talented young journalist from Northern Ireland. Her murder by the New IRA in April 2019 deeply affected people worldwide. Directed by her close friend Alison…

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7.7

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Name Me Lawand

2023 • 84 min

Having lost his ability to communicate and struggling with a fractured sense of self, Lawand tries to make sense of his new life in Derby, England. This is after a difficult and uncertain year spent seeking asylum across Europe.

6.0

7.4

Monster

2023 • 125 min

Mystery, Thriller, Drama

Following an incident at school concerning her son, a worried single mother seeks explanations, leading to growing doubt and emotional distress.

7.9

7.8

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Foe

2023 • 111 min

Science Fiction, Drama

Henrietta and Junior live a peaceful life on a farm passed down through Junior's family. Their tranquility is disrupted when a stranger arrives with a surprising offer. Faced with this opportunity, they must decide if they're willing to change their…

5.7

5.4

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The Pigeon Tunnel

2023 • 92 min

Academy Award-winning director Errol Morris examines the life and work of David Cornwell, better known as the author John le Carré, the former intelligence operative who captivated readers worldwide.

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7.0

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Femme

2023 • 99 min

Drama, Thriller, Romance

Jules, a London drag artist, isolates himself and loses his career following a brutal assault. Months later, he spots one of his attackers at a gay sauna and sees a chance for revenge.

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7.3

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Quiz Lady

2023 • 100 min

Comedy

Anne, a highly intelligent but anxious young woman with a passion for game shows, and her troubled sister Jenny are forced to team up to pay off their mother's gambling debts. When Anne’s dog is kidnapped, they embark on a…

6.7

17+

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Polite Society

2023 • 104 min

Comedy, Action, Drama

Ria Khan, a martial arts student, is determined to prevent her sister Lena from entering an unwanted marriage. With the support of her friends, Ria plans a daring wedding heist, motivated by a desire for independence and loyalty to her…

6.3

6.6

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Raging Grace

2023 • 100 min

Drama, Thriller, Horror

A Filipina immigrant working without papers takes a job caring for an elderly man who appears to be dying, hoping to build a better future for herself and her daughter. However, a disturbing secret she uncovers endangers everything she has…

6.0

5.8

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Dave Chappelle: The Dreamer

2023 • 57 min

Comedy

Dave Chappelle delivers a raw and uninhibited stand-up performance, encompassing everything from his on-stage moments to the widely discussed slap.

6.9

7.0

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Enys Men

2023 • 91 min

Horror, Drama

A wildlife volunteer on a remote, uninhabited island off the British coast experiences a terrifying descent into madness, blurring the line between reality and nightmare.

5.4

5.6

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The End We Start From

2023 • 101 min • Budget $10M • Box office $604K

Drama, Mystery, Thriller

When London floods, a woman gives birth. Soon after, she and her newborn are displaced, traveling north in search of safety as the country becomes increasingly perilous. They seek refuge wherever they can find it.

5.8

17+

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The Eternal Daughter

2022 • 96 min • Box office $568K

Drama, Mystery

A painter and her aging mother revisit their childhood home, now operating as a hotel with a shadowy history, and are forced to face painful truths from the past.

6.0

5.9

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Carol Burnett: 90 Years of Laughter + Love

2023 • 84 min

To honor Carol Burnett on her birthday, NBC presents a celebration of her remarkable career. The event features a collection of well-known musical performances and guests, all sharing their admiration for one of television's most beloved comedic figures.

8.4

8.3

Totally Killer

2023 • 104 min

Horror, Comedy, Science Fiction

Thirty-five years after his initial murders, the notorious "Sweet Sixteen Killer" reappears, seeking a new victim. Seventeen-year-old Jamie inadvertently travels back to 1987, resolved to prevent the killer from beginning his spree.

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6.5

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What the Hell Happened to Blood, Sweat & Tears?

2023 • 111 min

In 1970, Blood, Sweat & Tears was at the peak of their fame. They had quickly become one of the world's most popular bands, selling millions of records and winning numerous Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year, defeating The…

7.3

7.2

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Medusa Deluxe

2023 • 101 min

Comedy, Mystery, Thriller

At a high-stakes hairstyling competition, a contestant is found dead just before the judges arrive. As the remaining stylists navigate the brightly lit venue, hidden grudges and deceptions are revealed in the desperate search to identify the murderer within their…

6.1

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Pretty Red Dress

2023 • 110 min

Fresh out of prison, Travis returns to a family landscape transformed in his absence. His girlfriend Candice is pursuing a career-defining audition, while his daughter Kenisha faces difficulties at school and a strained relationship with her mother. Travis’s attempt to…

5.2

6.5

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The Kitchen

2023 • 109 min

Science Fiction, Thriller, Drama

Izi is on the verge of leaving The Kitchen, a dwindling London housing estate. However, his plans are complicated when a young boy named Benji comes into his life, forcing him to make difficult choices.

4.8

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Another Body

2023 • 80 min • Box office $14K

Documentary, Crime, Drama

A college student fights for justice after discovering fabricated pornography using her likeness is being shared online.

6.7

6.4

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Stamped from the Beginning

2023 • 92 min

This documentary, adapted from Ibram X. Kendi's acclaimed book, uses innovative animation and expert analysis to examine the history of racist ideas in the United States.

6.5

6.7

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Mr. Monk's Last Case: A Monk Movie

2023 • 97 min

Comedy, Crime, Mystery

A retired monk is drawn back into a life he left behind when tragedy strikes at his stepdaughter's wedding. Her fiancé dies in a bungee jumping accident.

6.9

6.7

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Carmen

2023 • 117 min • Box office $383K

Drama

Carmen, a strong and independent young woman, is driven from her home in the Mexican desert after her mother is murdered. She illegally crosses the border into the United States and encounters a border patrol agent operating outside the law.…

6.1

5.7

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