Welcome to Rebel Flicks
At Rebel Flicks, we believe cinema is more than entertainment—it’s a mirror to society, a weapon against conformity, and a canvas for the defiant. This is the space where films that refuse to be silent find their voice, and where viewers who crave meaning beyond the mainstream come to explore.
What We Do
Rebel Flicks is dedicated to uncovering, celebrating, and analyzing movies that challenge authority, disrupt norms, and ignite conversations. From underground classics to bold new indie releases, we spotlight films that don’t just tell stories—they question power, expose hypocrisy, and dare to imagine a different world.
Topics We Cover
We explore a wide spectrum of rebellious cinema, including:
- Independent and DIY films that bypass traditional studios
- Anti-establishment narratives from the 1960s to today
- Political thrillers and dystopian visions
- Films by marginalized voices and underground auteurs
- Documentaries that expose injustice and inspire action
- Genre-bending works that defy Hollywood conventions
About the Creator
I’m Percival Westwood—a lifelong cinephile, former film critic, and reluctant insider who walked away from mainstream media to chase stories that mattered. Growing up in New Zealand, I found solace in films that spoke truth to power, from Godard to Kusturica, from Spike Lee to Apichatpong. Rebel Flicks was born from a simple question: Why are the most powerful films often the hardest to find? This site is my answer.
Why This Website Exists
Too many groundbreaking films vanish into algorithmic obscurity. Studios prioritize profit over purpose, and audiences are left with the same recycled narratives. Rebel Flicks exists to rescue those overlooked gems—to give them the attention they deserve and to remind you that cinema can still be revolutionary.
Our Values
Every review, analysis, and recommendation is crafted with integrity. We don’t accept paid promotions. We don’t chase trends. We prioritize substance over spectacle, context over clicks. Our goal is to cultivate a community of thoughtful viewers who don’t just watch movies—they engage with them.
Contact Us
If you have a film you think we should explore, a thought about a review, or just want to say hello, I’d love to hear from you. Reach out at [email protected]. You can also find me at Sky Tower, Corner Victoria and Federal Streets, Auckland 1010, New Zealand—though I’m usually behind a screen, watching something subversive.
