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It all started with a simple belief, that anyone can tell stories, those about themselves, and about our world. From these stories, we see the purest part of humanity, the passions and ethos that define who we are, no matter where we are from. Behind every story is a dream chaser, who seeks to speak, to show and to shine, in their own unique ways. Making indie films can be difficult. That’s why we are here to support. Because each story matters.
Established in 2004, our boutique motion picture distribution label has released more than 400 films worldwide, cultivating a distinctive and diverse portfolio of independent cinema that spans genres, perspectives, and audiences. With a longstanding commitment to discovering compelling stories and championing distinctive voices, we continue to connect exceptional films with audiences across the globe.
Our film library features an impressive collection of independent productions, acclaimed performances, and emerging talent. Notable titles include Little Girl Blue, starring Marion Cotillard; Guest Artist, starring Jeff Daniels; Silver Star, starring Grace Van Dien; Lucky Strikes, starring Meegwun Fairbrother; Pickleheads, featuring Adrianne Palicki, Harvey Guillén, Kristine Froseth, and John O’Hurley; SEEDS, starring Kaniehtiio Horn, Dallas Goldtooth, and Graham Greene; In the Fire of War, starring Temuera Morrison, Cliff Curtis, and Jason Flemyng; God Save the Queens, starring Alaska Thunderfuck, Peter Facinelli, Joaquim de Almeida, Luenell; Tomato Red: Blood Money, featuring Julia Garner, Anna Friel, and Jake Weary; Gossamer Folds, starring Alexandra Grey, Shane West, Yearley Smith, and Ethan Suplee; Lost in America, featuring Rosario Dawson, Jewel, Tiffany Haddish, Halle Berry, Jon Bon Jovi, and Sanaa Lathan; and Jet Trash, starring Sofia Boutella and Robert Sheehan.
Additional highlights include Poor Boy, starring Michael Shannon, Justin Chatwin, and Amanda Crew; Swallowtail and Dragonfly, featuring Vanessa Yao, Vivian Dawson, and Russell Wong; Tapawingo, starring Jon Heder, Kim Matula, Gina Gershon, Amanda Bearse, John Ratzenberger, and Billy Zane; and Phunny Business, featuring Steve Harvey, Cedric the Entertainer, Sheryl Underwood, D.L. Hughley, JB Smoove, Mike Epps, and Craig Robinson.
The broader catalog also encompasses culturally significant and enduring titles, including The Black List Volumes I, II and III, featuring Colin Powell, Toni Morrison, Tyler Perry, and Dr. Maya Angelou; Pure, starring Keira Knightley and Molly Parker; and The Boondock Saints, starring Norman Reedus, Sean Patrick Flanery, and Willem Dafoe; Tuvalu starring Denis Lavant. Together, these titles reflect the breadth of our collection and our continued dedication to distinctive storytelling with lasting audience appeal.
Throughout our history, we have worked with an expansive roster of acclaimed actors, filmmakers, and influential cultural figures, including Chris Rock, Danny Trejo, Leslie Bibb, Keith David, Cary Elwes, Michael Beach, Taylor Kitsch, Melissa Leo, Tyson Beckford, Lea Seydoux, Simone Missick, Krysten Ritter, Ruby Modine, Ralph Macchio, Julia Jones, Bernadette Peters, Sid Haig, Martin Kove, Tantoo Cardinal, John Savage, Diane Guerrero, Jordan Sparks, Mario Cantone, Tamara Taylor, Elliott Gould, Annabella Sciorra, Devon Aoki, Robert LaSardo, Stephen Lang, Joe Mantegna, Neve Campbell, Michael Ironside, Derek Jacobi, Marion Ross, Radha Mitchell, Chevy Chase, Anna Nicole Smith, Pat Morita, Danny Aiello, Malcolm McDowell and Lou Gossett Jr., among many others. Our films and associated talent have also earned recognition from respected industry organizations, including the Independent Spirit Awards, Directors Guild of America, FIPRESCI, Hot Docs, NAACP Image, and GLAAD Awards - further reflecting the creative range and cultural relevance of the work represented in our catalog.
Our extensive domestic and international distribution network enables us to bring films to audiences through an evolving landscape of streaming services, digital platforms, theatrical outlets, television networks, home entertainment channels, and educational institutions. Distribution partners and outlets include Amazon Prime Video, Peacock, Paramount+, Hulu, Tubi, Apple, Netflix, Fandango, Xumo, Pluto TV, Plex, Roku, HBO MAX, Google Play, DIRECTV, Spectrum, DISH, Comcast/Xfinity, Showtime, Starz, Lifetime, BET, MTV, and YouTube, as well as airline and cruise ship entertainment platforms.
This vast distribution footprint reflects our ongoing commitment to maximizing the visibility, accessibility, and commercial potential of our film library. By leveraging established partnerships and embracing new platforms and emerging markets, we continue to create opportunities for independent cinema to reach wider audiences, expand its global presence, and deliver enduring value across the global entertainment landscape.
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With an eye toward promoting independent voices and visions, Indican Pictures distributes an eclectic mix of genre films, animations and documentaries among which are Troy Duffy’s The Boondock Saints, a cult favorite for its vigilante flare, Monteith McCollum’s Independent Spirit-awarded Hybrid and Rosario Roverto Jr.’s social comment comedy, A Wake in Providence.
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