Top Indie Gems: Diverse Cinema Highlights of 2014
20 titles
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CoherenceMovie · 2014 · 89m · Thriller, Science FictionFour couples meet for dinner the night a strange and brilliant comet appears in the sky.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 7.2
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Inherent ViceMovie · 2014 · 149m · Drama, Mystery, ComedyLos Angeles, 1970s. Detective Larry "Doc" Sportello, battling drug addiction, takes on the case of his ex-girlfriend's disappearance.Stream onIMDb 6.6TMDB 6.5
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Gone GirlMovie · 2014 · 149m · Mystery, Thriller, DramaWhen his wife vanishes and the media swarms to the story, a man finds himself under suspicion. The intense public scrutiny suggests he may be involved in her disappearance.Stream onIMDb 8.1TMDB 7.9
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The Grand Budapest HotelMovie · 2014 · 100m · Comedy, DramaThe Grand Budapest Hotel follows a renowned concierge at a prestigious European hotel during the interwar period and his developing friendship with a young employee who becomes his close protégé. Their story centers on the theft and recovery of a valuable Renaissance painting, a struggle for a vast family inheritance, and the gradual, then rapid, changes that swept across Europe in the first half of the 20th century.Stream on - 5
The ImmigrantMovie · 2013 · 117m · Drama, RomanceNew York, 1921. A young immigrant woman is deceived into working in burlesque and vaudeville. Her life changes when a charismatic magician attempts to rescue her and help her reunite with her sister, who is detained at Ellis Island.Stream onIMDb 6.6TMDB 6.3
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InterstellarMovie · 2014 · 169m · Adventure, Drama, Science FictionA team of explorers utilizes a newly discovered wormhole to overcome the limitations of human space travel and journey across interstellar distances.Stream onIMDb 8.7TMDB 8.5
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Goodbye to LanguageMovie · 2014 · 70m · DramaA married woman and a single man fall in love, experiencing both affection and conflict. A dog wanders between their worlds as the seasons change. They reunite, and the dog becomes a symbol of their divided affections. The woman's husband intervenes, disrupting their lives. The story repeats, yet transforms into something new, shifting from people to metaphor. The narrative culminates in sounds of a dog barking and a baby crying. Interspersed are conversations about economic collapse, mathematical certainty, and the death of a bird.Stream on - 8
WhiplashMovie · 2014 · 107m · Drama, MusicA gifted young drummer pushes himself relentlessly under the strict guidance of a demanding instructor. His pursuit of flawless performance leads him down a dangerous path, blurring the line between artistry and self-destruction.Stream onIMDb 8.5TMDB 8.4
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Bird PeopleMovie · 2014 · 128m · Drama, Fantasy, RomanceA stressed-out American businessman and a French chambermaid form a bond while staying at a Paris airport hotel.Stream onIMDb 6.1TMDB 5.9
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Mr. TurnerMovie · 2014 · 150m · History, DramaIn his final 25 years, the unconventional British painter J.M.W. Turner embraces life with passion. He secretly develops a relationship with a woman who runs a seaside inn, while his devoted housekeeper harbors a hidden affection for him.Stream on - 11
Two Days, One NightMovie · 2014 · 95m · DramaSandra, a young professional, has just one weekend to persuade her coworkers to forfeit their bonuses. Her goal: to secure her own job amidst a challenging economic climate.Stream on - 12
Winter SleepMovie · 2014 · 196m · DramaAydın, a hotel owner and retired actor in rural Turkey, faces internal struggles as winter arrives. He grapples with the complexities of his relationships with his wife and sister, and questions his own life.Stream on - 13
Listen Up PhilipMovie · 2014 · 109m · Comedy, DramaPhilip is consumed by anger as he waits for his second novel to be published. He feels increasingly alienated in his city, bothered by the crowds and noise, and his relationship with his girlfriend Ashley is weakening. He's also reluctant to promote his book. When his hero, Ike Zimmerman, offers him a secluded summer home, Philip finds the peace and quiet he needs to focus on what interests him most: himself.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 5.8
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Under the SkinMovie · 2014 · 108m · Thriller, Science Fiction, DramaIn Glasgow, a captivating stranger targets vulnerable men, drawing them into her orbit with irresistible charm.Stream on - 15
National GalleryMovie · 2014 · 174m · DocumentaryThis film offers a look at the daily workings of the National Gallery in London, exploring the work of its staff and the experiences of those who visit. It examines the roles of curators and conservators, as well as the contributions of the education, scientific, and conservation departments. The film also features the diverse audience that comes to engage with the art.Stream on - 16
God Help the GirlMovie · 2014 · 111m · Comedy, Drama, MusicEve struggles with self-doubt but has a vivid imagination, particularly when it comes to music. During a summer in Glasgow, she connects with Cass, a privileged young woman, and James, a very particular guy, who are also adrift. The three of them decide to start a band together.Stream onIMDb 6.4TMDB 6.5
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Force MajeureMovie · 2014 · 120m · DramaA Swedish family on vacation in the French Alps faces moments of fear as an avalanche occurs.Stream on - 18
BoyhoodMovie · 2014 · 165m · DramaThis film chronicles the experiences of a divorced couple as they navigate parenthood while raising their young son. The story follows the boy over twelve years, from first grade at age six through his teenage years, exploring his evolving relationship with both parents as he matures.Stream on - 19
The Strange Little CatMovie · 2013 · 72mOn an autumn Saturday, Karin and Simon visit their parents and sister Clara. The day unfolds with a family dinner and the arrival of more relatives. As conversations, daily routines, and cooking fill the apartment, the cat and dog move throughout the rooms, becoming part of this everyday family life. This familiar scene repeatedly incorporates stylized elements, blurring the lines between family drama, fairy tale, and a deeper exploration of a mother's psychology.Stream on - 20
The Missing PictureMovie · 2013 · 95m · DocumentaryRithy Panh employs clay figures, historical footage, and his own voice to depict the horrors inflicted upon Cambodia by the Khmer Rouge regime from 1975 to 1979.Stream onIMDb 7.3TMDB 7.1
