There are many forms of social media; Letterboxd is the best.
It’s Facebook for film geeks, which means it downplays the personal details and puts the emphasis back on the movies.
As God intended, no doubt.
The site does so much more than catalogue your viewing habits; you can complete ranked lists, participate in viewing challenges, and - best of all - write extemporaneous criticism.
Nothing has made more of an impact on my writing style or habits: I include a write-up on every film I add to my profile.
Which you can access HERE, by the by.
I’m always striving for brevity.
Especially when the movies involve Nicolas Cage.
This Blue Steel post helped me work out the thesis for a “Directed by Women“ column on Filmotomy. You can read that article in full HERE.