Films in this collection
10 films · 2h 45m
Sometimes It’s Happened
by Ethan Oldham
21m
An inspiring doc about an old man telling some of his stories
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Tiny, Texas
by David Lykes Keenan
11m
A high school basketball prodigy hits a wall of expectations
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The Burning Blue
by Ablay Nurmanbetov
13m
Lost in a desert, a couple's relationship is tested when they discover they're not alone
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Darlings
by Ronny Rose
27m
An estranged son returns to see his dying grandmother
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Interstice
by Freddie Gardner
21m
A teen genius travels back in time to uncover the mystery of his absent father
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Zafar
by Aqsa Altaf
14m
An immigrant tries to help his family while a pandemic is breaking out
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Metal
by Mischa Webley
20m
A grandfather mourning the loss of his young grandson
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Squeeze
by Mike Clarke
20m
A high school wrestling coach recruits an outsider, a student with Autism
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Topical Cream
by Aaron Latta-Morissette
9m
A fake-woke millennial falls in love with a talking bottle
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A Smaller Big Bang
by Jeff Perreca
9m
Some relationships end how they begin... with a bang
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The land of the short film
From Texas trailer parks to New York one-bedrooms, American independent filmmakers turn small budgets into big feelings. These films cover the whole map.
Frequently asked
What is American Indie?
Independent American short films, from Texas to New York. Small budgets, big feelings, and the full breadth of the US indie scene.
How long is the collection?
About two and three-quarter hours all in. The order is our suggestion, but every film stands alone. Jump in anywhere.
Are these student films?
No. They are independent productions by working filmmakers, many of whom have gone on to features and series.
Is it free to watch?
Yes. Every film on Klipist is free to watch, in full, on any device. No account needed, though signing up lets you keep a watchlist.
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