45 Best Independent Film Blogs & News Websites in 2025

1. No Film School Blog

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No Film School is the leading worldwide community of filmmakers, video producers, and independent creatives. No Film School is where filmmakers learn from each other — 'no film school' required.MORE Email ****@nofilmschool.com
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2. Film Independent

Blog https://www.filmindependent.org/ + Follow Blog
A non-profit arts organization that champions the independent filmmaker. Their 6,000 Members have access to the best in film education with classes and workshops on the latest indie trends, get first-looks at the upcoming indie releases, receive discounts on casting rooms, have monthly networking events, gain exclusive access to the LA Film Festival, and make up the voting constituency for the Film Independent Spirit Awards.MORE Email ****@filmindependent.org
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3. SimplyScripts

Blog https://www.simplyscripts.com/ + Follow Blog
Free screenwriters screenplay resource and discussion board. Make your script better. Read professional movie scripts and screenplays. Searchable database of movie, television, radio, anime scripts, transcripts and plays. A screenwriter's resource. Directors and Producers, find your next award winning script here.MORE Email ****@simplyscripts.com
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4. StudentFilmmakers Magazine

Blog https://www.studentfilmmakers.com/ + Follow Blog
StudentFilmmakers Magazine's mission is to provide outstanding, high level educational articles, interviews, and insider best practices and techniques that are inspiring and informational for both new-and-emerging and established film and video makers of all levels around the world.MORE Email ****@studentfilmmakers.com
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5. IndieTalk

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The Internet's #1 Filmmaking Forum Since 2003.This is Filmmakers Forum , Video Forum , Cinematography Forum , Screenwriting Forum .
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6. Filmmaking Stuff Blog

Blog https://www.filmmakingstuff.com/ + Follow Blog
Filmmaking Stuff is a professional resource for independent filmmakers and provides tips on screenwriting, producing, crowdfunding, directing, movie marketing and film distribution.
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7. Raindance Blog

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Read the latest articles on the Raindance blog, featuring tips, advice and insight for independent and aspiring filmmakers.
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8. Jonny Elwyn

Blog https://jonnyelwyn.co.uk/ + Follow Blog
A blog on all things post-production from film editor Jonny Elwyn. Jonny Elwyn is a creative freelance film editor with over a decade of experience in delivering imaginative and engaging content. Subscribe to get his latest updates.MORE Email ****@jonnyelwyn.co.uk
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9. Britflicks Blog

Blog https://www.britflicks.com/blog/ + Follow Blog
BritFlicks for the latest independent film trailers, movie news, and behind-the-scenes footage and interviews. Our aim is to bring you the latest independent film trailers of all genres gangster, horror, sci-fi, drama, thrillers, and more.MORE Email ****@britflicks.com
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10. DC Independent Film Festival/Forum

Blog https://dciff-indie.org/ + Follow Blog
Since 1999, DCIFF has been nurturing filmmakers and their films and keeping the independent spirit alive in our nation's capitol. We have showcased cutting-edge features, shorts, and documentaries on every subject from every country with every budget and subject imaginable.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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11. MovieMaker Magazine

Blog https://www.moviemaker.com/ + Follow Blog
MovieMaker Magazine is the leading resource for interviews, behind-the-scenes movies stories, movie recommendations, festival coverage, and more.
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12. Film Threat

Blog https://filmthreat.com/ + Follow Blog
Film Threat was founded over 25 years ago. From the beginning, Film Threat magazine dominated the print landscape as the source for a conversation about independent and underground cinema. Since then, the website has continued the tradition set forth by the magazine; a lone voice shouting into the void of mainstream media, that there is more to film than summer blockbusters and celebrity gossip.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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13. Filmmaker Magazine

Blog https://filmmakermagazine.com/ + Follow Blog
Publication with a focus on independent film, offering articles, links, and resources. Through its four published issues a year and its regularly updated website, blog and newsletter, Filmmaker, a publication of the IFP, covers the world of independent film from the point of view of the working filmmaker and the independent film enthusiast.MORE Email ****@filmmakermagazine.com
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14. FirstShowing.net » Independent Films

Blog https://www.firstshowing.net/category/indies/ + Follow Blog
FirstShowing is a professional web-based destination providing complete media coverage of mainstream and independent movies, the latest on the moviegoing experience, and the connection between Hollywood and the audience. We only cover theatrically released films, and updates from film festivals all over the world.MORE Email ****@firstshowing.net
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15. Indie Shorts Mag

Blog https://www.indieshortsmag.com/ + Follow Blog
Indie Shorts Mag caters to filmmakers and cinephiles alike as a medium to connect over their common passion beyond the confines of any language. Besides hosting reviews, interviews, tutorials, and news related to short films, indie films, foreign-language films & festivals; they also work around the web series and music videos circuit.MORE Email ****@indieshortsmag.com
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16. Noam Kroll

Blog https://noamkroll.com/ + Follow Blog
Filmmaking techniques, camera reviews, and industry tips from my real world experiences as an independent filmmaker in Los Angeles.
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17. Independent Cinema Office Blog

Blog https://www.independentcinemaoffice.org.uk/blog/ + Follow Blog
The ICO blog brings you all the latest news from the world of cinemas and film festivals, including opportunities, best practice guides, festival reports, opinions and interviews. The Independent Cinema Office's mission is to develop an open, challenging, and thriving film sector. They are the UK's national body supporting independent cinemas of all forms. ICO wants everyone to have access to cinema that nourishes the soul and changes lives.MORE Email ****@independentcinemaoffice.org.uk
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18. Blog

Blog https://www.sagindie.org/blog/ + Follow Blog
SAGindie's online forum for independent cinema, film festivals, industry news, and general tomfoolery. As a free resource, SAGindie offers filmmakers clarity and kinship by guiding them through the SAG-AFTRA signatory process, making it even easier to hire professional actors, regardless of budget.MORE Email ****@sagaftra.org
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19. The Movie Buff » Independent

Blog https://www.themoviebuff.net/category/indepen.. + Follow Blog
Engaging Independent Film & TV Show reviews, Film Analysis, Film Festival Reviews, Industry News, and more. A lifetime of quoting movie lines and recalling obscure movie scenes led to the creation of The Movie Buff by Mark Ziobro and Matt DeCristo in November 2011. Our mission is to give every film a fair chance and a fresh perspective.MORE Email ****@themoviebuff.net
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20. Bushwick Film Festival Blog

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The Bushwick Film Festival (BFF) is an MWBE-certified independent film, media, and event production company in Brooklyn, NY. The festival is committed to community building, empowering underrepresented storytellers, and increasing diversity in film and other forms of media through year-round programming. Their festival blog is about film reviews, announcements, QNA sessions, and much more interesting information.MORE Email ****@bushwickfilmfestival.com
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21. WFCN Blog

Blog https://www.wfcn.co/blog + Follow Blog
World Film Communities Network (WFCN) is a unique digital platform for film professionals and film lovers to access global opportunities in research, production, co-production, publicity, film festival submission, and distribution. It brings the producers, exhibitors, festival curators, and creative personalities of merits together under one single roof for the mutual benefit and growth of the industry.MORE Email ****@wfcn.co
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22. FilmCarnage.com

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Well, after seven years (so far), the overall aim of Film Carnage has become more and more about celebrating indie film. Whether it's a short or a feature, the goal is simply to help filmmakers by highlighting the amazing work they're doing and giving honest, constructive reviews.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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23. Movie-Blogger.com

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Movie-Blogger.com started life in 2012 as a movie review community website allowing members to post and share movie reviews and blogs online. The site was created to help build a directory of movie reviews in one place and allow reviewers and bloggers to share their passion for movies. We have changed the website into the first place to visit for the latest movie news, reviews, trailers, vlogs and indie movies.MORE Email ****@movie-blogger.com
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24. Film Threat

Blog https://independent-magazine.org/ + Follow Blog
Since 1978, The Independent has been the leading source of information for independent, grassroots activist media-makers.
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25. Indie Cinema Blog

Blog https://blog.indiecinema.co/ + Follow Blog
The Indie Cinema blog is dedicated to cinephiles. It deals with independent films, cult films and masterpieces of cinema history neglected by mainstream channels.
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26. Phila Indie Film

Blog https://pifffilms.tv/category/featurefilms/ + Follow Blog
We discover and curate a unique collection of local and global Independent Drama, Documentary, Thriller, Sci-Fi, Political, Horror, Comedy, Music Video, Animation, Web Series, and other thought-provoking films in Philadelphia, PA, using surrounding traditional and non-traditional theaters and venues.MORE Email ****@philadelphiaindependentfilmfestival.com
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27. Indie Film Hustle Blog

Blog https://indiefilmhustle.com/blog-3/ + Follow Blog
Teaching you how to hack your indie filmmaking with stuff they don't teach you in film school. Showing you on how to get your Indie Film Hustle on!
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28. CineVue

Blog https://cine-vue.com/ + Follow Blog
Founded in April 2010, CineVue's team of passionate cinéastes work to bring you the very best in content, from weekly reviews of the latest theatrical and DVD/Blu-ray releases to special features and international film festival coverage. As an independent film site, their aim is to reach out to the largest audience possible, whilst also highlighting and championing some of the more diverse and lesser-known new releases from the world of cinema.MORE Email ****@cine-vue.com
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29. IndieWire » Film

Blog https://www.indiewire.com/c/film/ + Follow Blog
For over 25 years, IndieWire has been covering the business and art of entertainment. With the respect of film and TV creators, executives, and passionate fans alike, IndieWire is known for being ahead of the curve with a unique editorial voice that combines in-depth industry reporting and analysis, and breaking news. Read about indie films, reviews, new releases, interviews, and more.MORE Domain Authority 90 Get Email Contact

30. Filmmaking Blog

Blog https://filmmaking.net/ + Follow Blog
filmmaking.net was founded in 1994 by Benjamin Craig as the official site for the 'R.A.M.P FAQ', a collection of answers to frequently asked questions found on the main Usenet newsgroup for filmmakers, rec.arts.movies.production.MORE Domain Authority 36 Get Email Contact