Tips on Building a Great Film Collection
March 8th 2009 21:28
Hello again movie fans! It’s your resident film nut here to give you some sure-fire tips on building a very diverse and great film collection. Whether you have blu-ray or are still hanging on to DVD, like myself, these rules are pretty much the same.
1. Start with what you know.
A lot of times I look at my film collection and say to myself, “Where is (insert movie)? I thought I had that one. So if you are at the store or online go ahead and replace the favorites that you just have to have.
2. Whenever possible, buy USED.
Now I know a lot of folks out there, myself included, love getting that movie home, unwrapping the plastic and prying the disc out for the first time. But when I decided to get serious about expanding my film collection to a respectable size (and still growing) I looked into the used movie bin. Amazon.com is one of my favorite sites to visit when I go on a movie buying spree. I can spend $75 and get up to A DOZEN movies for what you would pay for what you might get 5 movies for. What a bargain! Plus getting the movies in the mail is a nice surprise instead of always opening the box to find bills. Also to save a good deal on shipping, try to shop with as few sellers as possible.
3. Don’t be afraid to try something new.
This is something I would not recommend done online unless you’re feeling really adventurous. Go to a record store, Hastings for example, and have fun! Just browse the aisle that has your favorite genre. Look for a title or cover that catches you eye then read the back for the synopsis. I have found a lot of movies that have become some of my favorite films this way. It’s like a grown-up treasure hunt!
So, in conclusion, I hope these tips will help you start your own great movie collection or improve upon what you already have. Until next time, Keep Your Eyes On The Screen, And BELIVE The Dream!
1. Start with what you know.
A lot of times I look at my film collection and say to myself, “Where is (insert movie)? I thought I had that one. So if you are at the store or online go ahead and replace the favorites that you just have to have.
2. Whenever possible, buy USED.
Now I know a lot of folks out there, myself included, love getting that movie home, unwrapping the plastic and prying the disc out for the first time. But when I decided to get serious about expanding my film collection to a respectable size (and still growing) I looked into the used movie bin. Amazon.com is one of my favorite sites to visit when I go on a movie buying spree. I can spend $75 and get up to A DOZEN movies for what you would pay for what you might get 5 movies for. What a bargain! Plus getting the movies in the mail is a nice surprise instead of always opening the box to find bills. Also to save a good deal on shipping, try to shop with as few sellers as possible.
3. Don’t be afraid to try something new.
This is something I would not recommend done online unless you’re feeling really adventurous. Go to a record store, Hastings for example, and have fun! Just browse the aisle that has your favorite genre. Look for a title or cover that catches you eye then read the back for the synopsis. I have found a lot of movies that have become some of my favorite films this way. It’s like a grown-up treasure hunt!
So, in conclusion, I hope these tips will help you start your own great movie collection or improve upon what you already have. Until next time, Keep Your Eyes On The Screen, And BELIVE The Dream!
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