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, 90% percent of the US population has been consuming entertainment content in one way or another. From traditional mediums such as newspapers and magazines to digital platforms, 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 always revolutionizing the ways in which we consume content.
One of the most popular websites on Earth is CinemaBlend. It provides its visitors with comprehensive information about everything entertainment, ranging from movies, television shows, and videos to podcasts, reviews, and superheroes.
What is CinemaBlend?
CinemaBlend is a popular entertainment website with a wide variety of content. Recent times have seen the site become a hub for audiences seeking daily doses of content. The success of the platform can be measured in terms of the number of pageviews.
CinemaBlend attracts over thirteen million unique visitors and nearly thirty million page views every month. With all the mind-boggling stats, they still take incredible effort to keep its audience invested. And they always succeed because their approach is audience-oriented. They don't gatekeep or judge any suggestion that comes their way. If readers want to know about something and there's a buzz, you'll definitely get CinemaBlend's opinion and perspective on the subject.
History
CinemaBlend was founded in 2003 in Portland, Oregon. In less than two decades, the platform has become one of the hottest infotainment hubs on the planet. CinemaBlend has a team of 25 people with Mack Rawden - Vice President, Erika Leonard - Chief Operating Officer, and Jessica Rawden - News Director being the key figures in the company. CinemaBlend's independent journalism allows it to keep diverse viewpoints and engage with its audience.
Why should you stream on CinemaBlend?
CinemaBlend is a platform where people can engage in a variety of discussions about show business. From the latest gossip to sequels of blockbuster movies, you'll find everything on the platform.
Fresh Content
CinemaBlend updates its content regularly to provide a variety of resources on different topics related to movies, television shows, reviews, streaming services, and podcasts. Each day you will find new content on a variety of topics, from hot topics to featured shows and recommendations. From entertainment history to current events and everything in between, CinemaBlend has everything you need to stay up-to-date on the latest trends in the entertainment world.
Movie Reviews
I do not trust Rotten Tomatoes when it comes to reviews, especially after their ?Sticks and Stones? controversy. Though I like IMDb, I like to rely on reviews provided by experts who have a knack of explaining the movies well. These are detailed reviews that capture every little nuance and even offer final ratings for you to decide whether it is worth spending your money and time on that content or not.
Streaming Information
This section provides numerous ways to stream content through streaming websites and network services. Many people who rely on streaming services for their content are unaware of many titles that are available through the network. CinemaBlend helps these users to discover existing content and learn more about the titles that they have watched.
Video Content
Video content is available on this website and on Cinema Blend's YouTube channel to allow viewers to watch highlights, breaking news, gossip, and other stories surrounding celebrities, movies, or tv. Not everyone wants to read and thus they can spend time watching videos on this website 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 content prowess on CinemaBlend. I really like the website layout and user-interface. It's quite user-friendly - browsing and navigating around the website is seamless.
Design
CinemaBlend uses the popular black-yellow color combination that is commonly used by many news websites. I have seen 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 more minimal on CinemaBlend.
Header
The header section of CinemaBlend has a variety of options - Movies, TV, Heroes, Upcoming, Reviews, To 3D, Videos, Podcasts, Streaming, and Newsletter. On the right side of the screen are icons for social media - YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and Flipboard. There is also a search bar where you can search for content.
Hero Section
It is regrettable to see a leaderboard banner ad right in the hero section. I have expressed my displeasure towards this advertising approach because it neglects user experience. Apart from the ad, you will 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
Finally, the very bottom of the main page has a search bar that lets you easily find what you need on the website.
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, you'll find 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 recent releases. Followed by that, there's a movies section and podcasts which you can stream on the platform itself. Finally, at the very bottom of the main page there is a search bar that lets you easily find what you need on this website.
Footer
The footer section has four columns - Key Links, Categories, Information, and Connect. Under Key Links, you will find options such as 2020 New Movie Releases, 2020 Netflix releases, 2020 TV and streaming premiere, MCU Gateway and DCEU Gateway. Under categories, you will 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, the Connect section has links to all of the social media platforms similar to what we saw in the header section.
Inner Pages
To access the inner pages of the website, you will be required to click on one 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.
Content
CinemaBlend is not a passive website and it is updated regularly. You will find dozens of news and featured stories every day. Whether you click on the movies section or reviews section, you will get access to fresh content every single day. As opposed to Heavy.com which covers a wide range of subjects, CinemaBlend purely focuses on Entertainment.
I really enjoy their reviews, podcasts, and concept posts. For instance, 9 Shows You Should Stream If You Like Star Wars? the Mandalorian. Such titles help the 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.
Desktop/Mobile experience
I like Cinema Blend's user interface. 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
Visitors are free to browse and read any of the articles or videos on the website.
CinemaBlend is a free platform that does not require a subscription or donation to access content. Visitors can browse and read any of the articles or videos on the website without restriction.
Suggestions I have for CinemaBlend
Though CinemaBlend is already an excellent website, it has a lot of room for improvement. Adding sliders on the homepage will make the page more appealing. The homepage being the most visited page needs to provide that out-of-the-box experience and I feel the developers can pull it off quickly.
Conclusion
If you are a fan of entertainment content, then you should definitely check out Cinema Blend. It provides the best entertainment content in the United States, and from video content to podcasts, everything is fresh and feels original.
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