This video essay examines the films of the Coen Brothers, arguing that their distinctive and compelling approach to filmmaking reflects the essence of creating folk music. The analysis begins by defining Independent Cinema, then maps these definitions onto the framework of folk music. The video essay posits that the Coen Brothers can be considered folk filmmakers, drawing parallels between their cinematic techniques and the characteristics of folk music. Through this lens, the work explores how the Coen Brothers' work embodies the traditions, narratives, and scaffolding inherent in folk music, thereby contributing a unique perspective to the discourse on independent filmmaking.