independent film
nounUK /ˌɪndɪˈpɛndənt fɪlm/
US /ˌɪndɪˈpɛndənt fɪlm/
A movie made by people outside the big movie studios.
The festival showed an independent film made by a local director.
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2. A movie produced without major corporate financing.
She raised money online to finish her independent film.
3. A style of cinema known for personal, experimental storytelling.
He prefers independent film to big Hollywood blockbusters.
4. The sector of the movie industry outside major studios.
Independent film has grown thanks to streaming platforms.