Web 2.0 for Movie and TV Lovers
After taking a look at interactive websites for readers and music lovers, this month we will focus on websites for movie and TV lovers.
Filmnet
Independent film makers and studios are the featured content on this site, but you can also find news and information about mainstream titles as well. The site is very interactive, featuring forums, blogs and reviews. There is a database for members, where you can post a profile or look for other filmmakers and film-related companies. Of the movie sites, it has the most comprehensive film festival coverage. It's worth noting that the site also features sections for TV and music.
Flixster
This site is packed with all kinds of information, interactive features and fun games for movie and TV fans. You can get the basic information, like show times and trailers, or opt to delve more deeply into your favorites with reviews, plot summaries and actor biographies. The site also includes lists of upcoming theater and DVD releases, videos, and plenty of lists. The interactive features are available if you sign up for a free account and include the ability to keep lists of favorites, movies you have already seen and ones you want to see. Once you have a list, you can use the movies I might like feature to discover titles that match your tastes. Users can also take part in forums, games, and compare lists with friends who also use the service. Or, meet new people with similar interests and compare reviews.
TV.com
If you are a TV fan and want to avoid the movie information on other sites, surf over to this site where everything is TV. Almost every show that has ever aired is listed, with complete episode guides, cast information, news and links to view full episodes if they are available online. The clean design of the site makes it easy to navigate and find information. For example, the home page features a news feed, tonight's listings, and a top 20 chart. Sign up for a free account and you can keep track of your favorite shows and participate in the viewer forums (but be careful of all those spoilers!).
FilmnetIndependent film makers and studios are the featured content on this site, but you can also find news and information about mainstream titles as well. The site is very interactive, featuring forums, blogs and reviews. There is a database for members, where you can post a profile or look for other filmmakers and film-related companies. Of the movie sites, it has the most comprehensive film festival coverage. It's worth noting that the site also features sections for TV and music.
FlixsterThis site is packed with all kinds of information, interactive features and fun games for movie and TV fans. You can get the basic information, like show times and trailers, or opt to delve more deeply into your favorites with reviews, plot summaries and actor biographies. The site also includes lists of upcoming theater and DVD releases, videos, and plenty of lists. The interactive features are available if you sign up for a free account and include the ability to keep lists of favorites, movies you have already seen and ones you want to see. Once you have a list, you can use the movies I might like feature to discover titles that match your tastes. Users can also take part in forums, games, and compare lists with friends who also use the service. Or, meet new people with similar interests and compare reviews.
TV.comIf you are a TV fan and want to avoid the movie information on other sites, surf over to this site where everything is TV. Almost every show that has ever aired is listed, with complete episode guides, cast information, news and links to view full episodes if they are available online. The clean design of the site makes it easy to navigate and find information. For example, the home page features a news feed, tonight's listings, and a top 20 chart. Sign up for a free account and you can keep track of your favorite shows and participate in the viewer forums (but be careful of all those spoilers!).
- Laura N.
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