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Plot Summary
INDIE GAME: THE MOVIE looks at the underdogs of the video game industry, indie game developers, who sacrifice money, health and sanity to realize their lifelong dreams of sharing their creative visions with the world. Following the making of the games SUPER MEAT BOY, FEZ and BRAID, this Sundance award-winning film captures the tension and drama by focusing on these developers' vulnerability and obsessive quest to express themselves through a 21st-century art form.
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Rotten Tomatoes Movie Reviews
TOMATOMETER
93%- Reviews Counted: 28
- Fresh: 26
- Rotten: 2
- Average Rating: 7.7/10
Top Critics' Reviews
Fresh: "Indie Game: The Movie" lays bare the passion behind the pixels, revealing the sweat, tears and sleep deprivation that go into trying to make the latest gaming sensation.
Fresh: The pic scores big points by drawing a sharp distinction between corporate vidgame programmers and indies.
Fresh: [A] smart, involving documentary...
Fresh: Compelling glimpse into artistic compulsion in video games.
Customer Reviews
Pure Inspiration
Ever since I first heard of this movie, which just happened to feature one of my favorite artists ever (Edmund McMillen, co-creator of Super Meat Boy), I knew I had to see it. Recently, I managed to make it to a screening in D.C. It was everything I expected, and more. I may be fairly familiar with the world of video games, but even someone who has never SEEN, let alone played one will get something out of this movie. It's an inspirational tale, not just based on a true story, but recorded in the moment while the story unfolded. The editing work is amazing, and really shows what these developers went through in a relatable and polished manner. It's funny, sad, beautiful, and brilliant. It's an absolute must see for anyone with any creativity in them whatsoever.
Great
Saw this movie in theaters and can't stop thinking about it. it is great and an inspiration. This movie is great even for people who do not love video games. Two Thumbs Up!!!!!!
Raw and Real, It is Wonderful
From my perspective as a developer, it is hard to view this film without it being extremely special and intimate. I hope that those who do not make games can enjoy the film just as much as I did.
The film was very inspirational. It was emotional. It was just, in general, fantastic.
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