Indie Game: The Movie

This documentary delves into the world of independent video game development, following the journeys of developers Edmund McMillen and Tommy Refenes as they create the game “Super Meat Boy,” and Phil Fish as he works on “Fez.” The film provides an intimate look at the personal and professional challenges faced by these creators, highlighting their passion and dedication to their craft. Directed by James Swirsky, it offers a compelling narrative about creativity and perseverance in the gaming industry. The film received critical acclaim and won the Best Editing in a Documentary Feature award at the Sundance Film Festival. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.