Independent Film Update

Three films cement the new status quo for independent filmmaking

Today’s independent films maintain the tradition of keeping production small and outside of major studios, but with grassroots funding and the rise of affordability in digital filmmaking, gone are the low-budget demands and aesthetics forced upon the genre. Notable recent releases indicate a new normal for the independent category, one marked by gorgeous cinematography, disconnected narratives and an emphasis on human relationships. An ideal marriage …