Independent film is indisputably the future of horror cinema. Studio financing is becoming harder and harder to come by. Also, the amount of creative control one must surrender in order to direct a studio-backed picture has some directors opting for the independent route. Though independent filmmaking doesn’t come with the security or the luxuries of making a studio film, it does allow the director a great deal more creative control and the ability to do things that would likely never fly in the studio conglomerate. Making an independent film requires a resourceful individual with a great deal of resolve, initiative, and tenacity. The individuals that pour their heart and soul into indie film deserve recognition for their dedication to their craft. To pay tribute to some oustanding filmmakers and their generous contributions to the genre, we are spotlighting 13 independent horror filmmakers to look out for. 4. Identical twin sisters Jen and Sylvia Soska burst onto the scene with their epically micro-budget film Dead Hooker in a Trunk. Since their feature film debut, they have only continued to find more ways to innovate and make their mark on independent cinema. Their sophomore effort American Mary makes a profound and bold statement. It is one of the most impressive displays of feminism I’ve ever seen in a horror film. These ladies are going places. chillertv/friday13/13-indie-directors-to-look-out-for
Posted on: Fri, 03 Oct 2014 06:00:33 +0000
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