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Mainstream and Independent films

 What are the main differences between a mainstream and independent film? An independent film is the type of film that makes you think by subconsciously questioning you as the topics that are usually the main plot are critical issues and serious contents. The audience tend to be older and active due to the constant thinking that goes into watching the films. It is a mixture and undefined of offbeat comedies and social dramas with downbeat endings. However, mainstream films sometimes do not have serious content and most likely will make you cry or laugh; the genre being sci-fi, action and superheroes.  Mainstream films are known as escapist entertainment, which is a show or film that does not have social importance and lets you escape reality. The audience is mostly the younger generation and is usually more passive. They also have a higher production value. TASK 2: MAINSTREAM FILM: BLACK PANTHER Why is Black Panther described as a mainstream film? Black panther is described as a mainst