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.

“Portrait of MeMe” by Amelia Ray
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“Portrait of MeMe” by Amelia Ray

Ten years after the sudden death of her grandfather, Alabama born filmmaker Amelia Ray unravels her grief by going to Coosada for a visit with her 76 year-old grandmother “MeMe.” A gentle snapshot of Southern womanhood. “Portrait of MeMe” is an intimate examination of familial grief and an exercise in unpacking the intergenerational effects of death.

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 “Invasion of the Bucket Snatchers” by Nina Miller
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 “Invasion of the Bucket Snatchers” by Nina Miller

Enter the fascinating world of composting through the lens of Code of Return Compost, an innovative company in Savannah Georgia; on a mission to save the planet, one bucket at a time. Follow these eco-warriors as they embark on a journey to reawaken our planet’s vital cycles, battling waste with buckets and turning food scraps into steaming piles of rich soil.

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