The Independent
“Morty Fineman. Artist. Visionary. Madman.”
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About
A notorious B-movie director tries for a comeback by seeking out the film rights to the life story of a serial killer who wants his biography film to be a musical.
Cast
Jerry Stiller
as Morty Fineman
Janeane Garofalo
as Paloma Fineman
Max Perlich
as Ivan
Ted Demme
as Ted Demme
Roger Corman
as Roger Corman
Ron Howard
as Ron Howard
Karen Black
as Karen Black
Peter Bogdanovich
as Peter Bogdanovich
Fred Williamson
as Fred Williamson
Nick Cassavetes
as Nick Cassavetes
Paul Logan
as Paul Logan
Stacy Fuson
as Daughter
Herb Marcus
as Old Man / Mr. Witz
Julie Strain
as Ms. Kevorkian
Stephen Kessler
as Steve
Mike Wilkins
as Mike
Ethan Embry
as Bert
James 'Kimo' Wills
as Rob
Phil Proctor
as Rob's Dad
Melinda Peterson
as Rob's Mom
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About The Independent
“Morty Fineman. Artist. Visionary. Madman.”
A notorious B-movie director tries for a comeback by seeking out the film rights to the life story of a serial killer who wants his biography film to be a musical. Running 95 minutes.
The Independent Cast and Characters
The cast features Jerry Stiller (as Morty Fineman), Janeane Garofalo (as Paloma Fineman), Max Perlich (as Ivan), Ted Demme (as Ted Demme), and Roger Corman (as Roger Corman). Their performances are a major reason The Independent has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch The Independent NowWhy People Are Watching The Independent
The Independent flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is sharp comedic timing that lands consistently. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Where can I watch The Independent online for free?
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How long is The Independent?
The Independent runs for 95 minutes (about 1.6 hours).
Is The Independent good? What's the rating?
The Independent holds a 5.5/10 rating based on 18 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.
Who is in the cast of The Independent?
The main cast includes Jerry Stiller, Janeane Garofalo, Max Perlich, and Ted Demme, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Independent available in English?
Yes — The Independent was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was The Independent released?
The Independent was released in 2000.
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What is The Independent about?
The Independent is a Comedy English-language film. A notorious B-movie director tries for a comeback by seeking out the film rights to the life story of a serial killer who wants his biography film to be a musical.
When was The Independent released?
The Independent was released on November 10, 2000. It has a runtime of 1h 35m.
Who stars in The Independent?
The Independent stars Jerry Stiller, Janeane Garofalo, Max Perlich and Ted Demme. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is The Independent available in HD?
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