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Actors who have contributed to the world of independent film including up-and-comers Michael Pitt and Diego Luna, and mainstream stars such as Johnny Depp and Sean Penn who often appear in indie films.
Michael Cera
Michael Cera is ridiculously sweet and awkward in both Juno and Superbad.
Don Cheadle
Don Cheadle received an Oscar nomination for his riveting performance in "Hotel Rwanda." A versatile actor, gifted for both comedy and drama, Cheadle is one our finest actors and also a committed social activist.
Philip Seymour Hoffman
American actor Philip Seymour Hoffman won an Oscar for his uncanny performance in "Capote."
Paul Giamatti
Paul Giamatti, the likeable balding sidekick, has risen to leading man status with his Oscar worthy performance in Alexander Payne's "Sideways." A profile of the actor.
Thomas Haden Church
Thomas Haden Church gave an Oscar-worthy performance in Alexander Payne's "Sideways." A profile of the actor who made the jump from sitcoms and B-movies to the limelight.
Jim Caviezel
Jim Caviezel takes on the challenging role of Jesus Christ in Mel Gibson's "The Passion of Christ."
Michael Pitt
Michael Pitt takes center stage with a starring role in Bertolucci's "The Dreamers."
Cillian Murphy
Irish actor Cillian Murphy starred in Danny Boyles' "28 Days Later" and will next be scene in "Batman Begins." " and "Red Light Runners."

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