The History of Independent Cinema

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Exploring the evolution of independent cinema, this book highlights the groundbreaking innovators who transformed filmmaking through color, sound, and widescreen technologies. It honors the courageous individuals who broke racial and gender barriers, defied censorship, and pioneered new distribution methods. By chronicling the significant filmmakers and iconic films, it reveals how independent cinema has continually reshaped American popular culture, from its origins in silent films to today's digital landscape.