Top Black Indie Films to Watch: A Curated Guide
Independent films by Black filmmakers are gaining well-deserved recognition, thanks to the rise of social media and platforms for creators. This article highlights some of the best Black indie films you should add to your watchlist.
1. Moonlight (2016): This critically acclaimed drama explores the complexities of Black masculinity, following Chiron’s journey through childhood, adolescence, and adulthood.
2. Jezebel (2019): Based on the director’s life, this film follows a young woman who enters the world of sex work to support her family.
3. Night Comes On (2018): Jordana Spiro’s directorial debut, this powerful drama follows a young woman seeking revenge for her mother’s murder.
4. Charm City Kings (2020): Inspired by the documentary “12 O’Clock Boys,” this film depicts the world of young dirt bike riders in Baltimore.
5. Building Bridges (2021): This short film tells the inspiring story of Ruby Bridges, a pivotal figure in the Civil Rights Movement.
6. Cursed (2020): This short film explores the consequences of a filmmaker’s mysterious gift.
7. The Nurse That Saw the Baby on the Highway (2023): A humorous and dramatic take on the Carlee Russell case, this film explores the lengths people will go to for attention.
