1
: one that is independent
especially
: an unaffiliated record or movie production company
2
: something (such as a record or film) produced by an indie
indie
adjective
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This indie classic became one of the first to treat Native Americans as ordinary people navigating the complexities of everyday life.
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Mike Barnes, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Dec. 2024
O’Kane will work with Noah’s development and creative teams to forge a slate of originals for brands, leveraging the indie’s relationship with sporting federations, having won an Emmy earlier this year year for its work with sports body UEFA.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 16 Dec. 2024
Writer-director Margolin based the character on his real grandmother, Thelma Post, and the low-budget indie charmed the festival circuit before grossing over $12 million at the box office.
—Jenelle Riley, Variety, 16 Dec. 2024
Founded in 2014 with just 10 field members and two brands, Beauty Barrage has grown into an industry powerhouse, now employing over 300 W2 employees across the U.S. and Canada in the field and partnering with many brands, ranging from indie to heritage brands.
—Fairchild Studio, WWD, 13 Dec. 2024
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Mike Barnes, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Dec. 2024
O’Kane will work with Noah’s development and creative teams to forge a slate of originals for brands, leveraging the indie’s relationship with sporting federations, having won an Emmy earlier this year year for its work with sports body UEFA.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 16 Dec. 2024
Writer-director Margolin based the character on his real grandmother, Thelma Post, and the low-budget indie charmed the festival circuit before grossing over $12 million at the box office.
—Jenelle Riley, Variety, 16 Dec. 2024
Founded in 2014 with just 10 field members and two brands, Beauty Barrage has grown into an industry powerhouse, now employing over 300 W2 employees across the U.S. and Canada in the field and partnering with many brands, ranging from indie to heritage brands.
—Fairchild Studio, WWD, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Indie.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/indie. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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