In this research, the authors focus on how an independent film shows competitiveness compared to mainstream films. Furthermore, this research will examine some selected students' perceptions of independent films and which genre people watch most in independent films. Furthermore, the authors will show the characteristics of an independent film similar to mainstream films. The purpose of this research is to further increase information on independent and mainstream films. More knowledge on this topic could demonstrate why independent and mainstream films compete. And finally, identify students' perceptions regarding the competitiveness of independent films compared to mainstream films. Additionally, delving into this topic will make more information available that will allow future researchers to discover more about how independent films compete with mainstream films, as well as student researchers interested in this field to gain more insights into independent films and mainstream films. In recent years, there have been fewer and fewer films produced in the Philippines, due to the gradual death of the Philippine film industry. But because thanks to the creativity and efficiency of the Filipinos and the emergence of some inexpensive video cameras, the Filipinos have created a way to save the Philippine film industry, namely Independent Films, films produced by creative individuals with experience or none in film making. instead in large production companies. Meanwhile independent films are overlooked by a large audience in the Philippines, so the categories of these independent films have become the interest of other countries as independent films get a lot of international applause. of paper ......other topics about what is happening in society. Independent films brought into focus new themes not generally addressed by mainstream films and brought new perspectives into life. These allowed the public to learn more about Philippine culture. According to Jones (2005), “As an independent filmmaker you depend on those you bring on board to help you. You need to recognize their time and the time you spend preparing. The less prepared you are, the less time those around you will be willing to give you." Independent filmmakers should hire a team that depends on help and directors should be aware of time because in making an independent film time is very important because the more time is wasted in preparing the film, the less people will be interested in the project. Works Cited Bordwell (2000) Mon-alon (2011) Jones (2005)