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Reviewing Guidelines

So you want to post a review, eh? Here’s what you must do.

-Your reviews MUST be told from two very different points of view. THE FAN, and THE FILMMAKER.

The Fan is from the point of view of a general audience member. You’ve gone to the theater to be entertained. You’re looking basically at the entertainment factor, and how someone with no filmmaking knowledge would react to this movie. Things like the actors (not acting skill), the level of satisfaction, living up to its genre, etc.

The Filmmaker’s job is perhaps more important, and will probably be more harsh of a critic. From this point of view, you’re looking at the things most take for granted: quality of editing, cinematography, directing, acting skill (note: not the actors themselves; that’s the fan’s job), appropriateness of the casting, scenery, set design, costumes, historical accuracy…things along those lines. What would you say about this film if you were an experienced director, perhaps?

-Don’t go overboard with your reviews. Quality does not mean quantity; you don’t have to write a novel. But on the other hand, give your readers enough! Don’t leave them wondering if you approved or disapproved of the film even after reading.

-Multiple reviews of the same film (from different users, of course) are allowed. In fact, we’d love them! Just remember: no plagiarism.

-Along with your review, clearly state the name of the movie, the genre, and the movie’s rating. No spoilers unless you clearly warn readers ahead of time.

-Review any films you’d like (as long as they’re appropriate) from any time; they don’t have to be new releases! Whether you saw it in theaters yesterday or you watched Gone With The Wind at home, review it! =)

-Please add your reviews to the community’s memories for future references.