Documentary

Indie documentaries explore the stories from the world we live in that we might not otherwise get the chance to experience. From captivating human dramas detailing triumphs and struggles, to unbelievable wonders of nature, these powerful documentaries are sure to fascinate.

The Beyond the Short Indie Documentary Film winners showcases incredible works of documentary films from a diverse, talented group of filmmakers crew.

Explore our entire curated catalog of indie documentary films from rising filmmakers.

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“Creating Things” by Bryan Simpson and Taylor Simpson

Two brothers use interview fragments, pieces of art, and various family mementos to explore the legacy of their father and what he left behind.

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“THE CIRCLE” by Evgenii Bakirov

A short documentary about the experimental artist Herman Deviashin, who is trying to find a way out of a creative crisis.

He calls this crisis a "circle" and associates it with his creative burnout, which increases during the endless repetition of the process

To get out of the circle, he decides to make a tattoo in a way that no one has ever done before, wearing augmented reality goggles.

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“Chasin' Butterflies” by Joshua Harding, Adam Hobbs, and Matt Klug

As a self-taught artist from a one-horse town in rural Alabama, Butch Anthony can't be easily categorized any more than his art can. Get to know the Butch behind the Butch and see him for what he truly is: an original.

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“Daughter Sun” by Skyler Knutzen

An artist contemplates her works connection to her dad's Nobel Prize winning work.

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“Roaring Whispers” By Quenne E N

“Roaring Whispers” encapsulates the essence of the Xavier’s journey, highlighting his childhood fascination with art as a form of magic and his desire to emulate his father's artistic talents. It also touches upon the artist's growth and the challenges of expressing his inner childlike creativity in a world that demands maturity and restraint.

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“Artshow” By Jess Dunn

A virtual gallery that gives access to art alongside the artist, curated around the theme of Identity. This docu-series shares individuals' process around creation.

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“REBELLION NYC” By Oliver Würffell

This artistic short documentary celebrates Berlin Icon & Photographer Sven Marquardt fulfilling his lifelong dream: shooting a portrait series in New York City.