Table Of Content
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cinemablend.com
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What is CinemaBlend?
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History
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Why should you stream on CinemaBlend?
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Fresh Content
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Movie Reviews
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Streaming Information
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Video Content
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Amazing Interface
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Design
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Header
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Hero Section
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Body
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Footer
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Inner Pages
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Content
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Desktop/Mobile experience
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Plans & Pricing
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Suggestions I have for CinemaBlend
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Conclusion
cinemablend.com
Since the creation of the World Wide Web, there has always been a demand for entertainment content. Many popular news websites work hard to provide light-hearted content in a presentable manner. They aren't focused on hard news alone and are constantly revolutionizing the ways in which we consume content.
CinemaBlend is a website that offers comprehensive information about entertainment. From movies, tv shows, and videos to podcasts, reviews, and Superheroes, you'll find content on every subject here.
What is CinemaBlend?
CinemaBlend is one of the most popular independent entertainment websites in the world. It provides content such as reports, features, interviews, and podcasts on a wide variety of topics such as television, movies, video games, fantasy, and pop culture. In recent times, CinemaBlend has become a hub for audiences seeking a daily dose of content. The success of the platform can be measured by the pageviews.
CinemaBlend attracts over a million unique visitors and 29 million page views every month. Their approach to content is audience-oriented, which allows them to be open to any suggestion that comes their way. They don't gatekeep or judge suggestions, which contributes to their success in keeping their audience invested.
History
Cinemablend?s social media presence allows them to connect with their audience on a more personal level.
CinemaBlend was born in Portland, Oregon in 2003. In less than two decades, the platform has become one of the most popular and influential infotainment hubs on the planet. With a team of 25 people, Mack Rawden - VP, Erika Leonard - COO, and Jessica Rawden - News Director are at the forefront of this thriving business. CinemaBlend's independent journalism allows it to maintain diverse viewpoints and connect directly with its audience. CinemaBlend's social media presence makes it easy for fans to connect with the company on a more personal level.
Why should you stream on CinemaBlend?
CinemaBlend is a site where people can engage in lively discussions about movies and tv shows. It has everything from up-to-the-minute gossip to sequels of big box office hits.
Fresh Content
CinemaBlend regularly updates its content to provide readers with a variety of information on a variety of topics. Every day, you'll find new articles on movies, TV shows, reviews, streaming sites, and more. From hot topics to featured content and recommendations, there's plenty of information on entertainment history to explore.
Movie Reviews
I do not trust the review site Rotten Tomatoes when it comes to giving accurate reviews. Although I like the movie database IMDb, I like to rely on expert reviews that provide detailed explanations of movies. These reviews capture every little nuance and even offer final ratings so you can decide if it's worth spending your money and time on that content or not.
Streaming Information
The rise of streaming websites has created new opportunities for content websites and streaming services. This section features numerous ways in which you can stream content from a particular source. Many people who use streaming services for their entertainment rely on CinemaBlend to find new titles and learn about content they have already watched.
Video Content
Video content on CinemaBlend allows viewers to watch highlights, breaking news, gossip, and other stories surrounding celebrities, movies, or TV. Some people prefer to read this information instead of watching videos on the website itself or on CinemaBlend's YouTube channel. Apart from general content there are exclusive interviews and concept videos which are loved by the audience from around the world.
Amazing Interface
This could easily have been the first point but I wanted to highlight the superb content and layout on CinemaBlend. I really like the website layout and user-interface. It's very user-friendly - browsing and navigating around the website is seamless.
Design
I saw a similar color combination on one of the UK's most-read websites, Joe.co.uk. The only difference is that the thickness and usage of fonts and colors are quite minimal on CinemaBlend.
Header
The header section of CinemaBlend has 12 options - Movies, TV, Heroes, Upcoming, Reviews, To 3D, Videos, Podcasts, Streaming, Newsletter and Star Wars. On the left side there are social media icons - YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, and Flipboard. On the right corner is a search bar where you can search for any content.
Hero Section
It's disappointing to see a leadershipboard banner ad right in the hero section. I've voiced my displeasure towards this advertising approach because it disrespects user experience. Apart from the ad, you'll find the most recent column on the left, news at the center and the trending column on the right. Each of these sections has 4-5 news stories which you can read. The center stage is given to the most important content piece. For instance, at the time of writing, "The 2020 Best Picture Nominees Ranked, According to CinemaBlend" was at the center of this website.
Body
The body section of the website has a pure news layout with various sub-sections. You can find 2020 Oscars coverage as its early February, and as you scroll down, you'll find dozens of trending news followed by the video section. On the left side is a big window, whereas towards the right you have a playlist of videos that you can scroll using the sidebar. If you move further, there's the latest reviews section which covers all the recent releases. Followed by that, you have the movies section and podcasts which you can stream on the platform itself.
Footer
The footer section of this website has four columns- Key Links, Categories, Information, and Connect. Under Key Links, you'll find options such as 2020 New Movie Releases, 2020 Netflix releases, 2020 TV and streaming premieres, MCU Gateway and DCEU Gateway. Under categories you'll find options that are similar to the ones in the header section. Under the information tab you can access ?About Us?, ?FAQ?, ?Privacy Policy?, ?Jobs? and ?Contact?. Finally, under Connect you'll find links to all of the social media platforms similar to what we saw in the header section.
Inner Pages
The goal is to make it easy for people to find content related to their interests.
To access the inner pages, you will be required to click on any of the categories. Upon doing so, you will land on a specific page with news and content related to that niche. The inner pages similar to the homepage begin with a leaderboard banner and a small 336Ã280 banner on the right. As you scroll further, you will find more banner ads along with numerous other sections. The goal is to make it easy for people to find content related to their interests.
Content
As a cinema fan, you will appreciate CinemaBlend's dedication to providing the latest and greatest in film news and reviews. We update our content regularly, so you can always find the latest information about movies and movie reviews. Heavy.com, on the other hand, covers a much wider range of topics. So if you're looking for more general news and information about the world around you, CinemaBlend is the better option for you.
I really enjoy the reviews, podcasts, and concept posts from their website. For example, ??9 Shows you should stream if you like Star Wars? the Mandalorian. Such titles help users to expand their horizons and think farther than what is shown on mainstream media. Other than that, you can find cast details, trailers, and more on their website.
Desktop/Mobile experience
I like the user interface of CinemaBlend. I checked the website on my laptop and my Google Pixel 3a, and I didn't face any nagging issues. Apart from the well-placed ads, there aren't specific downsides to this platform. It provides a respectable browsing experience with quick page loads. Even navigating the website is smooth, and the video content plays without any lag or buffering.
Plans & Pricing
CinemaBlend is a free platform that offers access to a variety of content. There is no need to subscribe or make a donation in order to read the content on the website.
Suggestions I have for CinemaBlend
CinemaBlend could use more slider options on its homepage to make it more appealing. It is the most visited page on the site, so it needs to provide that "out-of-the-box" experience. The developers can pull this off in no time.
Conclusion
If you are looking for entertainment content, then you should definitely check out CinemaBlend. It provides the best in entertainment news, gossip, and fantasy content. From video content to podcasts, everything is up-to-date and feels original.
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