Here are some of the best indie films of 2024 that have garnered critical acclaim and audience appreciation:
- “Past Lives” – Directed by Celine Song, this film explores themes of love and destiny through the story of two childhood friends who reconnect after many years apart.
- “The Eternal Daughter” – Directed by Joanna Hogg, this film stars Tilda Swinton in a dual role and delves into the complex relationship between a mother and daughter.
- “Fair Play” – Directed by Chloe Domont, this thriller examines the dynamics of power and ambition within a romantic relationship set against the backdrop of a high-stakes financial firm.
- “The Eight Mountains” – Directed by Felix van Groeningen and Charlotte Vandermeersch, this film is a poignant tale of friendship and self-discovery set in the Italian Alps.
- “The Inspection” – Directed by Elegance Bratton, this autobiographical drama tells the story of a young, gay Black man who joins the Marines to win his mother’s approval.
- “Aftersun” – Directed by Charlotte Wells, this film is a touching exploration of memory and the bond between a father and daughter during a vacation in Turkey.
- “Return to Seoul” – Directed by Davy Chou, this film follows a young woman who returns to South Korea to find her biological parents, exploring themes of identity and belonging.
- “Saint Omer” – Directed by Alice Diop, this courtroom drama is based on a true story and examines the complexities of motherhood and societal judgment.
- “The Quiet Girl” – Directed by Colm Bairéad, this Irish-language film tells the story of a young girl sent to live with foster parents in rural Ireland, where she experiences a new sense of belonging.
- “Blue Jean” – Directed by Georgia Oakley, this film is set in 1980s England and follows a closeted gym teacher who faces a moral dilemma when a new student arrives at her school.
