The influence of indie films from the 2000s can still teach us a lot about embracing DIY filmmaking. The early 2000s was a good time for American indie films. Known as the "mumblecore" film movement, independent filmmakers grew in popularity, making their films strong competitors against the slate of big-budget blockbusters. But what exactly is mumblecore, and what’s the state of the movement now? Anyone who is a fan of the Duplass Brothers, Safdie Brothers, or of Greta Gerwig’s early works as a writer, director, and actor knows the genre. This indie film movement is ingrained into American filmmaking culture, so keep reading to understand the power of the mumblecore film movement. Read More...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Thursday, 29 September, 2022