I simply cannot imagine any movie experience being spoiled by knowing what happens.
Can someone please give me an example? Do people really stop reading when they see the spoiler tag? I don't.
When I watch for a second time, or a tenth time, I look forward to seeing all the great moments again.
Nothing is spoiled.
So, I have now read all the reviews of the next movie. But I know that these are just somebody else's opinion and that mine is likely to be totally different. I have learnt nothing from the review.
imdb SHOUTS the dire consequences of not flagging a review as spoiler. Unnecessary IMO.
Suggestion... put a time limit on spoiler prohibition. ie, A if a movie is 5 years old, no spoiler policy. Or three years?
Can someone please give me an example? Do people really stop reading when they see the spoiler tag? I don't.
When I watch for a second time, or a tenth time, I look forward to seeing all the great moments again.
Nothing is spoiled.
So, I have now read all the reviews of the next movie. But I know that these are just somebody else's opinion and that mine is likely to be totally different. I have learnt nothing from the review.
imdb SHOUTS the dire consequences of not flagging a review as spoiler. Unnecessary IMO.
Suggestion... put a time limit on spoiler prohibition. ie, A if a movie is 5 years old, no spoiler policy. Or three years?
Posted 6 years ago
bluesmanSF, Champion
Vincent, Champion
So... why have user reviews at all? They are there to tell us what happens? Or do we think they are going to be bland fluff like..."the director has done a great job"...
Critic reviews are not subject to any spoiler alerts? User ones should not be also.
Critic reviews are not subject to any spoiler alerts? User ones should not be also.
DavidAH_Ca, Champion
A good review has a balance between telling what happens and not revealing spoilers. If you read professional reviews, you will see that they often will mention that there is a twist, but will refrain from saying what it is. Also, IMDb has no control over what is posted on external sites, so reviews there cannot be subject to spoiler regulations (but they will be careful about revealing too much if they want to maximize their readership.
A well-written review will give the readers enough information about both the content and the quality of the film to help them decide whether or not they wish to spend their money (and/or time) in order to see it.
Personally, I don't have the same strong antipathy to spoilers as some people, but there are times when I would prefer to see a new film without knowing ahead of time what twists are ahead. Yes, seeing it a second time can also be very enjoyable, but the experience is different.
A well-written review will give the readers enough information about both the content and the quality of the film to help them decide whether or not they wish to spend their money (and/or time) in order to see it.
Personally, I don't have the same strong antipathy to spoilers as some people, but there are times when I would prefer to see a new film without knowing ahead of time what twists are ahead. Yes, seeing it a second time can also be very enjoyable, but the experience is different.
Now I have seen a film that could be spoiled. It is "WiseGirls". But none of the user reviews reveal the surprise. I know what happens. That doesn't spoil it seeing it for the third time though. Rated a 10.
John,
Films are stories. Avoiding spoilers is not just about avoiding very specific information, but also about wanting the stories to be told in the way that the writer/director wanted....not told to me by some internet user blurting out a blunt precis with all the crafting and artistry of someone microwaving a ready meal.
User reviews and professional critics are not there to tell you what happens, but rather let you know, in their opinion, whether it works or not.
You may not see the logic or value in either of these situations, but the vast majority of people would rather go to see a film without knowing the ending or key plot points.
It is for consideration to others that spoiler warnings are used - it lets the individual make up their mind whether to read or skip.
bob
note: I am not staff nor in any way affiliated with IMDb
Films are stories. Avoiding spoilers is not just about avoiding very specific information, but also about wanting the stories to be told in the way that the writer/director wanted....not told to me by some internet user blurting out a blunt precis with all the crafting and artistry of someone microwaving a ready meal.
User reviews and professional critics are not there to tell you what happens, but rather let you know, in their opinion, whether it works or not.
You may not see the logic or value in either of these situations, but the vast majority of people would rather go to see a film without knowing the ending or key plot points.
It is for consideration to others that spoiler warnings are used - it lets the individual make up their mind whether to read or skip.
bob
note: I am not staff nor in any way affiliated with IMDb
