S1 E8: L’oiseau qui danse, The Past Inside the Present & A Meditation

These three films bring a variety of stunning visuals, original narratives, and even brilliant allegories to the filmmaking table.  This is what indie filmmaking is about — bringing audience the kind of work that Hollywood wouldn’t touch. L’OISEAU QUI DANSE (2:19) An origami bird’s journey through a field of light. THE PAST INSIDE THE PRESENT …

S1 E7: Tirachinas & The Blogger

These two remarkably original short films come from cinematic auteurs who bring you unique, compelling stories. TIRACHINAS (15:00) It’s 4th of July in rural Western America. A rock fired by Valery’s slingshot unfolds an avalanche of emotions. THE BLOGGER (13:00) Blinded by selfies, Marcus doesn’t understand that his guests only came to take advantage of …

S1 E6: See Yourself Out & Above Jewels

Two very different life & death situations play out in these two short films, but both contain the sharpest of writing and the greatest of performances. SEE YOURSELF OUT (22:51) When unforeseen circumstances throw Wallace and Reggie into each other’s orbit, they discover that they share an unhealthy common ground. ABOVE JEWELS (8:46) Two dysfunctional sisters …

S1 E5: obSETHed: Memorial Day, Puppet Life, First Dates & The Faceless Man

Time for some fun!  Season 1 Episode 5 of Discover Indie Film features four comedies that breathe new life to the awkward situation. OBSETHED: MEMORIAL DAY (3:42) A young woman’s life has ended tragically. PUPPET LIFE (7:33) Meepo is going to have to overcome the obstacles of love and inter-puppet racism. FIRST DATES (5:14) Navigating …

S1 E4: Army of God, This Is How, & Dress In Black

Poignant and controversial, these three films come from indie filmmakers who bring a clarity of vision and a personal touch to their work that is all too rare at the cinema today. ARMY OF GOD (4:35) A terror attack unfolds in New York City. THIS IS HOW (11:30) A woman tries to allow herself intimacy …