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IndieWire, launched in 1996, is a premier online publication dedicated to independent and specialty film—and now broader coverage that includes Hollywood, TV, and streaming—under Penske Media Corporation. It's a trusted resource for filmmakers and cinephiles, offering news, interviews, reviews, and analysis, with a lean editorial team of around 20. The site attracts over 5.4 million visits per month and holds a strong reputation for factual cultural reporting. Additionally, IndieWire hosts an annual Critics Poll launched in 2006, polling hundreds of critics to rank top films, directors, actors, and more.