Countdown: Top 12 Indiest Celebs
2. James Franco
If there's any celeb in Hollywood who could be described as an enigma, it's James Franco. Sure, he's well known for starring in the mainstream blockbuster "Spider-Man," but he can also add perpetual graduate student, novelist, soap opera star, artist and soon-to-be director to his resume. In addition to all these projects, he also received favorable reviews for his portrayal of beat poet Allen Ginsberg in the 2010 indie film "Howl." There aren't many actors in Hollywood who have Franco's level of creative ambition, and we're expecting to see a pay off in the form of an Oscar nod for "127 Hours." (He's already been nominated for a Golden Globe, as well as BAFTA, SAG and more awards for the indie hit.)