How to Become a Cinephile 101

It's not just about watching the necessary films, it's about developing your own take on them! So if you wanna be that Letterboxd user, or considering visiting the Criterion Closet, then here is a brief guide and a couple starter recommendations to get you started on that 'cinephile journey'!

Deriving our name from the Kubrick Stare, at CineStare, we look cinema down the barrel of the gun. We break down all things cinematic from timeless classics to modern masterpieces, so if you're a casual watcher looking to expand your taste or an obsessed cinephile wanting to delve deeper into the world, there is always something here for you! From recommendations to exploring the nature and the discourse of cinema, subscribe and follow us for more film-related content!

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Video chapters
0:00 - Introduction
0:39 - Step 1 - Current releases
1:32 - Step 2 - Modern classics
2:31 - Step 3 - Modern foreign films
3:39 - Step 4 - Directors
5:04 - Step 5 - Experimental
5:58 - Step 6 - Eras
7:31 - Additional tips/conclusion

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