The Power of Letterboxd

Every since I have been educated on Letterboxd, watching film has been so much more fun! The process starts with looking at what other people are watching, or anticpating. Next, you watch said film, and then you get the option to rate the film, and leave a review. It is nice to have a place where I can push myself to review more and more! Letterboxd has become more than just a social platform for film lovers—it’s a vibrant community that turns movie-watching into a shared cultural experience.

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At its core, Letterboxd allows users to log films, rate them, and write reviews, but what sets it apart is the personal and often humorous voice of its users. Unlike traditional review sites that lean toward formal criticism, Letterboxd thrives on subjectivity, where a half-star rating can be just as insightful as a five-star one, depending on the accompanying review. The platform fosters discovery, helping users stumble upon hidden gems, revisit classics with fresh perspectives, and engage in discussions that make watching movies feel like a conversation rather than a solitary act.


Letterboxd Reviews

Beyond its social aspect, Letterboxd serves as an informal education in film. By immersing yourself in a steady stream of reviews, lists, and diaries, you start recognizing patterns in storytelling, cinematography, and directorial style. Whether it’s through dissecting why a certain director’s work resonates with audiences or exploring niche subgenres you might never have considered, Letterboxd offers a crash course in film appreciation. It breaks down barriers to cinephilia, making the language of film criticism more accessible, and in doing so, transforms passive viewers into engaged, thoughtful watchers. Here are some examples of reviews from my Letterboxd.

Interstellar

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Us

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Whiplash

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Review of the film Whiplash