Indie Film Release Guide: March 11th [An ONTD Original]

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It’s clear that no one was interested in taking on The Batman in its second weekend at the box office, as there are no new major studio theatrical releases on the slate. Turning Red, which could have potentially made for excellent counter-programming, is premiering on Disney+ (and in a select few theaters in NY and LA). Otherwise, there are a host of new indies available for your viewing pleasure.

The films listed are from studios other than the “Big Six” - Paramount, Warner Brothers, 20th Century Studios, Universal, Columbia/Sony and Disney. Note that some of the movies listed are in their first week or two of limited release in the USA, so it may take them a few more weeks (or months) to show up in your local arthouse theater or on VOD. Check out the posts from the past few weeks for more movies that may have just opened near you: March 4th, February 25th, and February 18th.

All My Friends Hate Me

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Stars: Georgina Campbell, Joshua McGuire, Christopher Fairbank, Dustin Demri-Burns
Writer: Tom Palmer, Tom Stourton
Director: Andrew Gaynord
Genre: Comedy, Horror
Plot: Pete is cautiously excited about reuniting with his college crew for a birthday weekend. But, one by one, his friends slowly turn against him. Is he being punished, is he paranoid, or is he part of some sick joke?
What you should know: After directing numerous television shows including Stath Lets Flats, this is Andrew Gaynord’s feature directorial debut.
Where to watch: In theaters; available VOD on March 25th



The Adam Project

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Stars: Ryan Reynolds, Walker Scobell, Mark Ruffalo, Jennifer Garner
Writer: Jonathan Tropper, T.S. Nowlin, Jennifer Flackett
Director: Shawn Levy
Genre: Action, Adventure, Comedy
Plot: A time-traveling pilot teams up with his younger self and his late father to come to terms with his past while saving the future.
What you should know: Shawn Levy also directed the Ryan Reynolds led Free Guy.
Where to watch: Netflix

Offseason

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Stars: Jocelin Donahue, Joe Swanberg, Richard Brake, Melora Walters
Writer/Director: Mickey Keating
Genre: Drama, Fantasy, Horror
Plot: After receiving a mysterious letter, a woman travels to a desolate island town and soon becomes trapped in a nightmare.
What you should know: Mickey Keating’s last feature film was 2017’s Psychopaths.
Where to watch: In theaters

Gold

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Stars: Zac Efron, Akuol Ngot, Thiik Biar, Susie Porter
Writer: Anthony Hayes, Polly Smyth
Director: Anthony Hayes
Genre: Action, Thriller
Plot: In the not too distant future, a drifter travelling through the desert discovers the largest gold nugget ever found. He must guard it from thieves amid harsh conditions and wild dogs while waiting for his partner to return.
What you should know: Sandstorms on location impeded filming, but also made it into the film.
Where to watch: In theaters

I Am Here

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Director: Jordy Sank
Genre: Documentary
Storyline: Ella is not your average 98-year-old. Her magnetic personality makes her past even more surprising. Follow this spirited South African Holocaust survivor as she reveals her astonishing life journey and unwavering appreciation of life.
What you should know: This is director Jordy Sank’s feature documentary debut.
Where to watch: In theaters

Fear

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Stars: Svetlana Yancheva, Michael Flemming, Stoyan Bochev, Ivan Savov
Writer/Director: Ivaylo Hristov
Genre: Drama, Romance
Plot: Svetla, a widow who lost her job recently is living next to the Bulgarian-Turkish border. There are many cases of refugees in her village due to it's location. One day she meets a refugee from Africa and this changes her life.
What you should know: Official submission of Bulgaria for the Best International Feature Film category of the 2022 Academy Awards.
Where to watch: In theaters

Ultrasound

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Stars: Vincent Kartheiser, Chelsea Lopez, Breeda Wool, Tunde Adebimpe
Writer: Conor Stechschulte
Director: Rob Schroeder
Genre: Sci-Fi
Plot: After his car breaks down, Glen spends one hell of an odd night with a married couple, setting into motion a chain of events that alter their lives plus those of several random strangers.
What you should know: Nominee at the 2021 Fantasia Film Festival.
Where to watch: In theaters, and available VOD

Outsiders

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Stars: Skylan Brooks, Taryn Manning, Clark Backo, Shane West
Writer: Tucker Morgan
Director: Delmar Washington
Genre: Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller
Plot: A Black high school student finds himself under suspicion after his classmate's mysterious disappearance.
What you should know: This film was originally titled No Running, but seems to have recently changed its title to Outsiders, hence the IMDB/trailer confusion.
Where to watch: In theaters, and available VOD

The Seed

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Stars: Lucy Martin, Sophie Vavasseur, Chelsea Edge, Anthony Edridge
Writer/Director: Sam Walker
Genre: Comedy, Horror, Sci-Fi
Plot: What starts out as a girls weekend away in the Mojave desert becomes a tale of horror, death and alien invasion.
What you should know: This is Sam Walker’s feature directorial debut.
Where to watch: Shudder

Mother Schmuckers

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Stars: Maxi Delmelle, Harpo Guit, Claire Bodson, Fresco
Writer/Director: Harpo Guit, Lenny Guit
Genre: Comedy
Plot: Issachar and Zabulon, two brothers in their 20s, are supremely stupid and never bored, as madness is part of their daily lives. When they lose their mother's beloved dog, they have 24 hours to find it or she will kick them out.
What you should know: Official selection of the 2022 Sundance Film Festival.
Where to watch: In theaters; available VOD on March 15th

More New Releases

Turning Red (Trailer) on Disney+

New to Streaming

Dune (Trailer) on HBO Max
India Sweets and Spices (Trailer) on Hulu
American Refugee (Trailer) on Paramount+

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