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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“Saving Sloth's Together” By Ethan Edmunds

In 2017 Toucan Rescue Ranch collaborated with The Sloth Institute to form a Costa Rica-wide project seeking a greater opportunity for sloths in need. By combining each organization’s skills and knowledge, they improved the rescue, rehabilitation, and rewilding process for sloths in Costa Rica.

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“Sofia Mamani | Corriendo Conmigo” By Alex Fischman Cardenas

Director Alex Fischman Cardenas traveled to Puno, Peru to shoot this short documentary alongside Director of Photography Jesse Bronstein and the taxi driver they hired at the airport. Alex tells the story of long-distance runner Sofia Mamani and her family and captures the meditative qualities of running and training in the mountains.

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“Dream Tricks: Over A Six Stair” By Adam Seward

A short documentary portrait of Annie, a Trans femme skateboarder, as she attempts a trick she's never done before: a Varial Heelflip over a six stair. While prepping for the landing and heading out on tour with her band, Dilly Dally, Annie navigates her identity and the dysphoria that comes along with transitioning.

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“The Texan Spirit” By Olexiy Kryvych

Tony Nunez balances his life between pedicabbing, leather-working, being a husband, and a father to 3 children. The film takes a quick glimpse into his life in the warm atmosphere of Austin, TX.

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“One Of A Kind” By Michael Haunschmidt & Mathias Kögel

After 50 Years a racing car is brought back to it’s former tracks in Portland, OR. This film is an exploration of the legendary Chet McFallo and the car crucial for his success: Shelby Cobra CSX 2075. Connecting the past with the present it becomes more than just an object.

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“The Diver” By Anderson Wright

Twelve years after his wife was swept away by Japan’s great tsunami, Yasuo Takamatsu searches for her in the depths of the sea.

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“Earthling” By Molly Graham & Keith Lane

Earthling is a ten-minute animated documentary about Jack Weiner, a grown man whose entire life has been shaped by being abducted by aliens when he was young, a life story nobody believes.