Films
There are lots of different film sites, whether you're into big Hollywood blockbusters or the avant-garde, you just need to know where to look.
The UK has a good reputation in the world of film and hosts a number of film festivals, the biggest being the London Film Festival, which takes place annually in the capital city.
You can find out a lot about films on the internet including:
- Festivals
- News
- Careers in film
- Directors, actors and biographies
Going to the movies?
If you can't decide what to watch then look up some film reviews online. If you run a search on the name of the film you should be able to find both the official site for the movie usually run by the Production Company and also unofficial reviews and ratings from unbiased individuals and film critics who have already seen the movie.
You can also look up film times in your local area by visiting the cinema’s website.
This means you can plan your evening successfully and do not need to worry about film times. Many cinemas also offer the chance to book tickets in advance over the internet and this is a great way to ensure you don’t miss out or have to queue once you arrive.
Staying at home?
There is also many ways to enjoy films at home with the help of the internet with many companies now offering at home rental services:
Major operators on the market will now let you rent films online; they will post them to you directly and then let you send them back when you have watched them. This is a wonderful new service and is a great twist on conventional video rental.
Alternatively, if you want to purchase a film in VHS, DVD or UMD form, the internet is a great place to look as many retailers offer discounts for ordering online. You many also find bargains from sellers on online auction sites who sell a variety of new and used goods. When buying from auction sites however ensure that you are buying from a reputable seller and are not going to receive fake or illegally copied goods.
Click here to see all the latest film releases and to purchase DVD's online.