1
: one that is independent
especially
: an unaffiliated record or movie production company
2
: something (such as a record or film) produced by an indie
indie
adjective
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The micro-budget indie (Sundance 2025) about a farm community recovering from wildfires had wangled a permit to shoot during the Actors Strike.
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Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 5 Sep. 2025
This classic Canadian indie is getting its official streaming premiere in part to celebrate the 60th anniversary of its release this month.
—Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 1 Sep. 2025
The Capital City Film Festival (2026 dates TBA) is an eclectic showcase for indie films, live music and interactive media held in Lansing.
—Julie Hinds, Freep.com, 1 Sep. 2025
In both films, Jarmusch strips away the ironic detachment and deadpan drollery that were part of his signature in the earlier movies that earned him a prominent spot on the American indie map.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 31 Aug. 2025
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Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 5 Sep. 2025
This classic Canadian indie is getting its official streaming premiere in part to celebrate the 60th anniversary of its release this month.
—Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 1 Sep. 2025
The Capital City Film Festival (2026 dates TBA) is an eclectic showcase for indie films, live music and interactive media held in Lansing.
—Julie Hinds, Freep.com, 1 Sep. 2025
In both films, Jarmusch strips away the ironic detachment and deadpan drollery that were part of his signature in the earlier movies that earned him a prominent spot on the American indie map.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 31 Aug. 2025
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“Indie.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/indie. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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