50 Best Independent Film Blogs & News Websites in 2024
Independent Film Blogs
Here are 50 Best Independent Film Blogs you should follow in 2024
1. No Film School Blog
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.
Blog nofilmschool.com
Facebook Followers 608.9KTwitter Followers 177.7K Frequency 9 posts / day Domain Authority 82 Get Email Contact Get Influential Bloggers ContactsGet access to 250k active Bloggers in 1500 niche categories.Get targeted media contact list in your niche at your fingertips so you can focus on running your campaign.Email us the type of bloggers you want to reach out for your marketing campaign at anuj@feedspot.com . We'll share blogger's data in an Excel or CSV format.Email us
2. Film Independent 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.
Blog filmindependent.org
Facebook Followers 308.3KTwitter Followers 598.5KInstagram Followers 258.6K Frequency 3 posts / week Domain Authority 67 Get Email Contact
3. Indie Film Hustle 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!
Blog indiefilmhustle.com
Facebook Followers 165.9KTwitter Followers 42.6KInstagram Followers 22.1K Frequency 1 post / week Domain Authority 51 Get Email Contact
4. Shooting People Blog
A vibrant community of independent filmmakers. They connect and collaborate to get films made and seen.
Blog shootingpeople.org
Facebook Followers 32.6KTwitter Followers 26.8K Frequency 3 posts / month Domain Authority 53 Get Email Contact
5. Film Threat
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.
Blog filmthreat.com
Facebook Followers 12.9KTwitter Followers 105KInstagram Followers 9.6K Frequency 3 posts / day Domain Authority 60 Get Email Contact
6. Raindance Blog
Read the latest articles on the Raindance blog, featuring tips, advice and insight for independent and aspiring filmmakers.
Blog raindance.org
Facebook Followers 87.3KTwitter Followers 112.3K Frequency 1 post / week Domain Authority 62 Get Email Contact
7. Filmmaking Stuff Blog
Filmmaking Stuff is a professional resource for independent filmmakers and provides tips on screenwriting, producing, crowdfunding, directing, movie marketing and film distribution.
Blog filmmakingstuff.com
Facebook Followers 64.8KTwitter Followers 3.3K Frequency 9 posts / year Domain Authority 50 Get Email Contact
8. Flickering Myth
From independent and world cinema to the latest Hollywood blockbusters and 'geek' culture, Flickering Myth covers all aspects of the movie, TV, comic book and video game industries with news, reviews, trailers, interviews, articles, opinions and more.
Blog flickeringmyth.com
Facebook Followers 31.9KTwitter Followers 58.3KInstagram Followers 2.4K Frequency 13 posts / day Domain Authority 82 Get Email Contact
9. Filmmaker Magazine
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.
Blog filmmakermagazine.com
Facebook Followers 363.3KTwitter Followers 102.5K Frequency 7 posts / day Domain Authority 70 Get Email Contact
10. MovieMaker Magazine
MovieMaker's content is directed at the audience as well as the artist, and its lively mix of interviews, trend-setting criticism, DIY techniques, festival coverage', distribution and financing tips, behind-the-scenes indie 'war stories and appreciations of classic Hollywood actors, directors, cinematographers, producers, screenwriters and editors makes MovieMaker Magazine a perennial favorite and trusted brand with cinema artists and discriminating film fans everywhere.
Blog moviemaker.com
Facebook Followers 89.3KTwitter Followers 171.6K Frequency 2 posts / day Domain Authority 67 Get Email Contact
11. StudentFilmmakers Magazine
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.
Blog studentfilmmakers.com
Facebook Followers 13.1KTwitter Followers 63.8KInstagram Followers 962 Frequency 2 posts / week Domain Authority 39 Get Email Contact
12. CineVue
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.
Blog cine-vue.com
Facebook Followers 8.8KTwitter Followers 10.3K Frequency 1 post / week Domain Authority 57 Get Email Contact
13. IndieTalk
The Internet's #1 Filmmaking Forum Since 2003.This is Filmmakers Forum , Video Forum , Cinematography Forum , Screenwriting Forum .
Blog indietalk.com
Facebook Followers 1.9KTwitter Followers 1.1K Frequency 2 posts / week Domain Authority 35 Get Email Contact
14. SimplyScripts
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.
Blog simplyscripts.com
Twitter Followers 536 Frequency 6 posts / month Domain Authority 57 Get Email Contact
15. Filmmaking Lifestyle
Filmmaking Lifestyle brings readers tutorials and guides on setting up and growing a video production business, as well as articles on independent filmmaking of all kinds.
Blog filmlifestyle.com
Facebook Followers 5KTwitter Followers 15.5KInstagram Followers 2.5K Frequency 9 posts / week Domain Authority 42 Get Email Contact
16. FirstShowing.net » Independent Films
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.
Blog firstshowing.net
Frequency 9 posts / week Domain Authority 70 Get Email Contact
17. Noam Kroll
Filmmaking techniques, camera reviews, and industry tips from my real world experiences as an independent filmmaker in Los Angeles.
Blog noamkroll.com
Facebook Followers 6.6KTwitter Followers 5.1KInstagram Followers 33.2K Frequency 5 posts / quarter Domain Authority 45 Get Email Contact
18. Independent Cinema Office 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.
Blog independentcinemaoffice.org.uk
Facebook Followers 8.5KTwitter Followers 16.2KInstagram Followers 7.3K Frequency 1 post / day Domain Authority 49 Get Email Contact
19. IndieWire » Film
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.
Blog indiewire.com
Frequency 30 posts / year Domain Authority 90 Get Email Contact
20. Indie Shorts Mag
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.
Blog indieshortsmag.com
Facebook Followers 4.6KInstagram Followers 12.3K Frequency 6 posts / month Domain Authority 28 Get Email Contact
21. Chicago Independent Film Critics Circle
The Chicago Independent Film Critics Circle (CIFCC) is a creative and engaging non-for-profit organization composed of unique, dedicated, and diversified film critics. Our members are wide-ranging in experiences, backgrounds, tastes, diversities, and target audiences across both print and online platforms and publications.
Blog chicagoindiecritics.org
Facebook Followers 316Twitter Followers 1.7K Frequency 17 posts / year Domain Authority 31 Get Email Contact
22. Britflicks 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.
Blog britflicks.com
Facebook Followers 2.9KInstagram Followers 3K Frequency 3 posts / week Domain Authority 40 Get Email Contact
23. DC Independent Film Festival/Forum
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.
Blog dciff-indie.org
Facebook Followers 6.7KInstagram Followers 1.9K Frequency 2 posts / month Domain Authority 39 Get Email Contact
24. The Movie Buff » Independent
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.
Blog themoviebuff.net
Facebook Followers 885Instagram Followers 278 Frequency 2 posts / day Domain Authority 35 Get Email Contact
25. Movie-Blogger.com
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.
Blog movie-blogger.com
Facebook Followers 5.5KTwitter Followers 7K Frequency 1 post / week Domain Authority 39 Get Email Contact
26. Indie Cinema 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.
Blog blog.indiecinema.co
Frequency 13 posts / week Since May 2020 Domain Authority 13 Get Email Contact
27. FilmCarnage.com
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.
Blog filmcarnage.com
Frequency 1 post / week Domain Authority 26 Get Email Contact
28. The Film Fund Blog
The Film Fund serves as an alternative to film industry funding platforms such as screenwriting contests, time-intensive grant applications, and crowdfunding campaigns found on websites such as Kickstarter. Here you will find articles that will take you into the world of film making.
Blog blog.thefilmfund.co
Facebook Followers 1.1KInstagram Followers 6.9K Frequency 3 posts / month Domain Authority 24 Get Email Contact
29. 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.
Blog sagindie.org
Facebook Followers 4.8KInstagram Followers 4.7K Frequency 3 posts / month Domain Authority 40 Get Email Contact
30. The Independent Magazine
Since 1976, The Independent has been the leading source of information for independent, grassroots, and activist media-makers, providing inspiration and information for their films and video projects, as well as creating connections to the larger independent media community.
Blog independent-magazine.org
Facebook Followers 4.5KTwitter Followers 3.4K Frequency 3 posts / month Domain Authority 48 Get Email Contact
Independent Film Bloggers
Author Name | Designation | Media Outlet | Twitter Handle | Twitter Follower | LinkedIn Profile | |
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Scott Macaulay | Editor-in-chief | filmmakermagazine.com | https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottmacaulay | |||
Alan Ng | Editor-in-chief | filmthreat.com | @mypalal | 8.1K | https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanng | |
Natalia Keogan | Editor | filmmakermagazine.com | @nataliakeogan | 803 | ||
Aaron Hunt | Contributor | filmmakermagazine.com | @a_ehunt | 937 | ||
Andy Howell | Contributor | filmthreat.com | @d_a_howell | 3.7K | ||
Abbey Bender | Author | filmmakermagazine.com | @abbey_bender | 8.5K | https://www.linkedin.com/in/abbey-bender-86081b126 | |
Peter Rinaldi | Author | filmmakermagazine.com | @peter_rinaldi | 1.1K | https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-rinaldi-baa2101a | |
Lauren Wissot | Author | filmmakermagazine.com | https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-wissot-33125524 | |||
Matt Mulcahey | Author | filmmakermagazine.com | @deepfriedmovies | 1K | https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-mulcahey-02974b70 | |
Erik Luers | Author | filmmakermagazine.com | @erikluers | 1.3K | https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-luers-32691768 | |
Matilda Lin Berke | Author | filmmakermagazine.com | @unmeritedsteak | 716 | https://www.linkedin.com/in/matildaberke | |
Vadim Rizov | Author | filmmakermagazine.com | @vrizov | 8.1K | https://www.linkedin.com/in/vadim-rizov-211a9973 | |
Blake Williams | Author | filmmakermagazine.com | @astrostic | 2K | ||
Dan Mirvish | Author | filmmakermagazine.com | @danmirvish | 4.5K | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-mirvish-4082845 | |
Conor Williams | Author | filmmakermagazine.com | @sadfilmcritic | 1.9K | https://www.linkedin.com/in/conor-williams-239660159 | |
Vikram Murthi | Author | filmmakermagazine.com | @fauxbeatpoet | 8.6K | ||
Steve Dollar | Author | filmmakermagazine.com | @dollarama3k | 2.9K | ||
Calan Panchoo | Author | filmthreat.com | https://www.linkedin.com/in/calan-panchoo-13610235 | |||
Jason Delgado | Author | filmthreat.com | @jasondelgado78 | 1.8K | ||
Chris Gore | Author | filmthreat.com | @thatchrisgore | 181.5K | https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisgore | |
Michael Talbot-Haynes | Author | filmthreat.com | ||||
Bobby LePire | Author | filmthreat.com | @filmguy450 | 1.5K | ||
Sumner Forbes | Author | filmthreat.com | ||||
Andrew Stover | Author | filmthreat.com | @andrewstover3 | 186 | https://www.twitter.com/AndrewStover3 | |
Benjamin Franz | Author | filmthreat.com | https://www.linkedin.com/in/abenfranzflick | |||
Alex Saveliev | Author | filmthreat.com | @alexsfilmthread | 526 | https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-saveliev-5408062 | |
Abhishek Sharma | Author | filmthreat.com | https://www.linkedin.com/in/abhishek-sharma-2095 | |||
Josiah Teal | Author | filmthreat.com | https://www.linkedin.com/in/josiah-teal-filmcritic | |||
Bradley Gibson | Author | filmthreat.com | ||||
Sabina Dana Plasse | Author | filmthreat.com | @sdanap | 238 | https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabina-dana-plasse-4981b3161 | |
Perry Norton | Author | filmthreat.com | @perry_norton_ | 36 | https://www.linkedin.com/in/perrynorton | |
Judy Becker | Author | filmmakermagazine.com | ||||
Rebecca Turner | Author | filmmakermagazine.com | ||||
George Edelman | Editor in Chief | nofilmschool.com | ||||
Jo Light | Managing Editor | nofilmschool.com | @jo_lightly | 385 | ||
Charles Haine | Contributor | nofilmschool.com | @charleshaine | 735 | ||
Michelle DeLateur | Contributor | nofilmschool.com | @mdelateur | 421 | ||
Oakley Anderson-Moore | Contributor | nofilmschool.com | @oakswagen | 1.6K | ||
LaQuan Ford | Executive Assistant | filmindependent.org/blog | ||||
Chuck Foster | Contributing Writer | filmthreat.com | @mrphreek | 800 | https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckfosterrockwriter/ | |
Norman Gidney | Contributing Writer | filmthreat.com | @horror_buzz | 19.8K | ||
Lorry Kikta | Contributing Writer | filmthreat.com | @thekikta | 1.1K | https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorry-kikta-029b47a/ | |
Elliot Grove | Founder | raindance.org/blog | @elliot_grove | 10.5K | linkedin.com/in/elliotgrove/ | |
Paul Laight | Author | raindance.org/blog | @paullate | 534 | ||
Jason Brubaker | Author | filmmakingstuff.com | ||||
Gary Collinson | Founder, Editor-in-Chief | flickeringmyth.com | @holyfranchise | |||
Andrew Newton | Editor u2013 Video Games | flickeringmyth.com | @retrocollie | 956 | ||
Tim Molloy | Editor-in-chief | moviemaker.com | @timamolloy | 4.7K | https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-molloy/ | |
Kim Welch | Publisher | studentfilmmakers.com | ||||
Jody Michelle Solis | Editor in Chief | studentfilmmakers.com |