Most Groundbreaking Indie Films of the 21st Century

Vibrant, unflinching portrayal of childhood poverty

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Thought-provoking sci-fi debut from Duncan Jones

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Ultra-low-budget action film that launched Robert Rodriguez's career

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Cult classic comedy that launched Kevin Smith's career

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Gritty, Oscar-nominated drama that launched Jennifer Lawrence's career

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Pioneering found-footage horror film with massive cultural impact

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Found-footage horror film that spawned a franchise

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Low-budget comedy that won Sundance Grand Jury Prize

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Quirky, offbeat comedy that launched Diablo Cody's career

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Tense, based-on-true-events thriller with a tiny budget

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