7 Indie Movies Starring Big Hollywood Stars

Liputan6.com, Jakarta Independent films, or "indie movies," are usually made with smaller budgets than big studio productions. These movies do not have the same amount of money as blockbuster films. They are often made by smaller film companies or individual filmmakers.

But sometimes, famous Hollywood actors choose to work on these smaller projects. These big stars take lower pay to be part of films they believe in. 

Here are seven great indie movies that feature well-known stars:

IMDb: 8.3/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 93%

Where to Watch: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home, FlixFling, Spectrum On Demand

This unusual love story follows a man who wants to erase his memories of a past relationship. He goes through a special medical process to forget his ex-girlfriend. But during the process, he realizes he still loves her. The film explores memory, love, and whether we should forget painful experiences. Jim Carrey and Kate Winslet bring deep emotion to this creative story.

IMDb: 8.1/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 94%

Where to Watch: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home

This colorful film stars Ralph Fiennes as a hotel manager in Europe. The story takes place between two world wars. The manager and his young assistant try to prove his innocence after being accused of murder. Many famous actors appear in the movie, including Jude Law, Tilda Swinton, and Willem Dafoe. It's still one of the best Wes Anderson movies to date.

IMDb: 7.7/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 91%

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The movie follows an actor who was once famous for playing a superhero. Now, he wants people to take him seriously as a stage actor. He tries to produce a Broadway play while dealing with his ego and family problems. The film looks like it was shot in one continuous take without cuts. Michael Keaton leads the cast, along with Edward Norton and Emma Stone.

IMDb: 7.7/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 96%

Where to Watch: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home

The film follows a six-year-old girl and her mother who live in a budget motel near Disney World. The little girl has fun adventures with her friends while her mother struggles with money problems. Willem Dafoe plays the patient hotel manager who watches over the residents. The movie shows life for people living in poverty through a child's eyes, mixing difficult themes with childhood wonder.

IMDb: 7.7/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 95%

Where to Watch: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home, Spectrum On Demand

Bill Murray and Scarlett Johansson play two Americans who feel lonely in Tokyo, Japan. Murray is an older actor making a commercial, and Johansson is a young woman staying with her photographer husband. They meet in their hotel and form an unusual friendship. The movie explores feeling disconnected, cultural differences, and finding connection in unexpected places. It has quiet, thoughtful moments.

IMDb: 6.4/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 82%

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Jennifer Aniston plays a woman who works in a discount store and feels unhappy with her life. She is married but falls in love with a younger coworker. The film explores her choices and the consequences of her actions. This was a different role for Aniston, who was famous for the comedy TV show "Friends." The movie shows small-town life and ordinary people facing difficult situations.

IMDb: 7.9/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 92%

Where to Watch: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home, Spectrum On Demand

This true story from the 1980s follows a man diagnosed with AIDS who starts bringing medicine from other countries to help sick people. At the time, these treatments were not approved in America. Matthew McConaughey and Jared Leto both changed their bodies dramatically for these roles. The film deals with health care, discrimination, and one man's fight for survival and helping others.