Diverse Indie Gems: Hidden Treasures of 2018 You Missed
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Notes on an AppearanceMovie · 2018 · 60mA young man vanishes as rumors of unrest and inflammatory rhetoric spread. He leaves behind a collection of personal writings – letters, postcards, and notebooks – hinting at his story.Stream onIMDb 5.7TMDB 5.3
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The China HustleMovie · 2018 · 84m · DocumentaryThis is a chilling and revealing story set in the world of Wall Street. It follows Chinese companies, the American stock market, and the ruthless pursuit of profit behind a massive, little-known financial scheme.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 7.2
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The Green FogMovie · 2018 · 62mThis film pays tribute to Alfred Hitchcock's 1958 masterpiece, starring James Stewart and Kim Novak, and to San Francisco, California, where it was filmed. The challenge: to honor a classic without using any of its original footage. Instead, the film gathers images from various sources, all unified by the unsettling presence of a mysterious green fog that induces overwhelming vertigo.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.0 - 4
Scarred HeartsMovie · 2017 · 141mIn the summer of 1937, a young man named Emanuel, in his early twenties, is sent to a sanatorium on the Black Sea to treat bone tuberculosis. His treatment involves painful spinal punctures and keeps him immobilized in a plaster body cast. As Emanuel adjusts to the sadness of his confined life, he begins to find ways to live fully within the sanatorium walls.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 6.7
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The Road MovieMovie · 2017 · 67mCaptured entirely from a dashboard camera, the film offers a raw and unfiltered look at Russian roads. This unvarnished footage builds a powerful portrait of the Russian national character – marked by a persistent hope for miracles and a matter-of-fact approach to life's hardships. The camera witnesses stark realities: a burning forest symbolizing a harsh landscape, a military tank unexpectedly at a car wash, and a car chase near the Kremlin coinciding with the assassination of political opposition leader Boris Nemtsov. The dashboard camera acts as an impartial observer, presenting life in its unadulterated form.Stream onIMDb 6.4TMDB 6.7
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Love After LoveMovie · 2018 · 93mA woman in her sixties and her two grown sons navigate life after the passing of their charismatic father and husband.Stream onIMDb 5.5TMDB 5.5
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Never Goin' BackMovie · 2018 · 87m · ComedyBest friends Angela and Jessie plan a carefree beach getaway. However, their plans change when their roommate loses their entire savings to a drug scam. While under the influence, the girls embark on a series of increasingly risky and outlandish schemes to recover the money.Stream onIMDb 6.0TMDB 6.1
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John McEnroe: In the Realm of PerfectionMovie · 2018 · 95mThis film explores tennis icon John McEnroe during his peak as world champion. It documents his relentless pursuit of perfection, moments of frustration, and the painful experience of his most significant defeat at the 1984 French Open.Stream onIMDb 6.7TMDB 6.3
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Of Fathers and SonsMovie · 2017 · 99m · Documentary, WarTalal Derki returns to his native land and earns the trust of a radical Islamist family, documenting their lives for more than two years. His camera centers on Osama and his younger brother Ayman, offering an exceptionally rare look at what it's like to grow up within an Islamic Caliphate.Stream on - 10
To All the Boys I've Loved BeforeMovie · 2018 · 100m · Comedy, RomanceLara Jean’s carefully constructed world of crushes and fantasies is turned upside down when her private letters, written to each boy she’s ever had a secret crush on, are unexpectedly mailed.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 7.6
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The Last RaceMovie · 2018 · 75mThis film is a portrait of a close-knit community centered around a local stock car track, where drivers fight to preserve a piece of American racing history. The story uses an unconventional approach to explore the community and its tensions through a personal narrative, revealing the beauty, intrigue, and heartfelt emotions of grassroots auto racing.Stream onIMDb 5.9TMDB 5.2
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SadieMovie · 2018 · 97mWhile her father is deployed, Sadie struggles to maintain his standing in the community as her mother develops a relationship with a new resident at the Shady Plains Trailer Park.Stream onIMDb 6.2TMDB 6.8
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Gabriel and the MountainMovie · 2017 · 127m · DramaGabriel Buchmann, a young man eager to learn, travels the world for ten months before starting university. He journeys through diverse landscapes with only a backpack and big plans, eventually reaching Kenya and entering Africa to experience its culture and nature.
His trip culminates at Mount Mulanje in Malawi, taking him through stunning scenery, lively communities, and life-changing experiences that push him to his limits. This coming-of-age story follows Gabriel's growth as he learns about different cultures and discovers who he is.
The film is a visually beautiful and moving story about self-discovery through travel, showing one young man’s search for understanding, compassion, and personal development in the heart of Africa.Stream on - 14
All About NinaMovie · 2018 · 97m · Comedy, DramaNina Geld is a talented and increasingly popular comedian, but struggles with emotional issues outside of her performances. A promising career move brings her into contact with a potential romantic partner, compelling her to face a painful history.Stream onIMDb 6.2TMDB 5.9
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Five Fingers for MarseillesMovie · 2018 · 121mLong ago, a group known as the Five Fingers defended the town of Marseilles from harsh police control. Now, Tau, one of the original members who fled in shame, returns to Marseilles seeking only a quiet life. But when the town faces a new danger, he's forced to fight to liberate it.Stream on - 16
The Clovehitch KillerMovie · 2018 · 109m · Drama, Mystery, CrimeA seemingly ideal family unravels when Tyler discovers unsettling images hidden by his father. He starts to believe his father might be connected to the unsolved murders of thirteen women from a decade ago, shaking his trust in the person he loves most.Stream on - 17
BlameMovie · 2018 · 100m · DramaA drama teacher's forbidden relationship with a troubled student ignites resentment in a jealous classmate. This sparks a series of retaliatory actions within their suburban high school, echoing the themes of suspicion and betrayal found in "The Crucible."Stream on - 18
12 DaysMovie · 2017 · 87m · DocumentaryRaymond Depardon, a filmmaker and photographer, presents a new documentary exploring the intersection of justice and psychiatry.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 7.2
