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PJMcK

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9. I work in the entertainment industry

Reply to bif (Reply #8)

Sun Dec 3, 2023, 05:04 PM

Dec 2023

Because it’s my business, I stay aware of TV, film and theater productions. When something intrigues me, I’ll give it a try.

Sadly, much “entertainment” isn’t very good.but neither are the critics.

I’m curious how you make your choices. TIA.

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What reviews do you use to determine what to watch? [View all] bif Dec 2023 OP

I like your reviews. Polly Hennessey Dec 2023 #1

Thanks. bif Dec 2023 #3

+1. n/t rzemanfl Dec 2023 #4

I normally just look at the actors - in most cases good actors, good movie/series...usually walkingman Dec 2023 #2

The problem with that is... bif Dec 2023 #5

Your correct - that is the reason I look for good actors. Some low budget indies walkingman Dec 2023 #6

None PJMcK Dec 2023 #7

Then how do you decide what to watch? bif Dec 2023 #8

I work in the entertainment industry PJMcK Dec 2023 #9

I watch a lot of films on Kanopy and Hoopla. bif Dec 2023 #10

I have a similar threshold PJMcK Dec 2023 #11

I have to watch a lot of movies. bif Dec 2023 #13

I agree the critics are full of shit. I read what real people say about doc03 Dec 2023 #12

I don't really use any reviews anymore SouthernLiberal Dec 2023 #14

IMDB - Of course, I always can always preview it too. LeftInTX Dec 2023 #15

I love IMDb for movie details and trivia LearnedHand Dec 2023 #16

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