r/indiefilm is a subreddit with 18k members. The most common kinds of discussions are self-promotion and advice requests, and the community frequently discusses film, short film, horror film, short, and indie film.
A community dedicated to the discussion and sharing of independent film.
Popular Themes in r/indiefilm
#1
Self-Promotion
: "My feature directorial debut is out today- Hellcat (2026)"
14 posts
#2
Advice Requests
: "Hi, I’m Sikhin, a 19-year-old filmmaker from India. 🎬 I recently made SÓREL, a psychological horror short film, completely independently — shot and edited entirely on an Android phone. I’d love to hear your honest thoughts and feedback."
6 posts
#3
Solution Requests
: "IN NEED OF CONCEPT ARTISTS FOR SCI-FI FILM FUNDING CAMPAIGN"
3 posts
#4
Opportunities
: "How to find opportunities dor indie film marketing & pr ?"
2 posts
#5
Ideas
: "Make It Weird short film competition - Make a film for 200$ or less"
1 post
Popular Topics in r/indiefilm
#1
Film
: "Film making is my dream"
21 posts
#2
Short Film
: "Make It Weird Short Film competition - Make a film for 200$ or less"
9 posts
#3
Horror Film
: ""Daymare" a short Horror Film about a man having a nightmare during the daytime"
7 posts
#4
Short
: ""Daymare" a Short horror film about a man having a nightmare during the daytime"
6 posts
#5
Indie Film
: "Please Check out our Feature Indie Film, "Bluetooth Speaker," now on Tubi."
5 posts
#6
Indie
: "New Indie Pilot: BIRDS"
5 posts
#7
Feature Film
: "Finished First feature, festivals are brutal, started a DVD club instead."
5 posts
#8
Horror
: ""Daymare" a short Horror film about a man having a nightmare during the daytime"
4 posts
#9
Trailer
: "Springer: A Dangerous Game - Trailer"
3 posts
#10
Independent Film
3 posts
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Last updated: September 18, 2026