Mubi is my favorite streaming service of the year here are 4 reasons why

Date:
Wed, 25 Dec 2024 15:00:00 +0000

Description:
Tired of endless scrolling? Discover why Mubis curated catalog and
celebration of cinema made it my top subscription this year.

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Im bored of the best streaming services . Or, more accurately, Im overwhelmed by them. Which, lets face it, has become boring.

Take Disney Plus , for example. The options that appeal to me right now range from rewatching The X-Files in its entirety to a marathon of all the Star
Wars movies in order (yes, even the prequels). Or maybe a documentary about a friendly-looking otter, another about a shark-infested beach, the latest blockbuster superhero movie everyones talking about, the latest scary movie everyones talking about, or the latest drama everyones talking about. Just listing these choices feels exhausting.

And thats only one platform. Every service promises endless entertainment,
yet more often than not, I find myself endlessly scrolling instead of
actually watching anything. Enter Mubi, a streaming service that feels refreshingly different. This year, Mubi became my favorite subscription, and heres why. (Image credit: Mubi) What is Mubi?

Lets cover the basics first. Mubi is a streaming platform dedicated to films you will find some film-length documentaries too, but not many. Unlike other services that have thousands of titles, Mubi takes a 'handpicked' approach. Its carefully curated catalog features iconic classics and acclaimed recent releases through to experimental, indie, and international gems youd struggle to find on most other platforms.

Mubi costs $14.99 / 11.99 / AU$14.99 per month. Alternatively, you can save 33% by paying $119.88 / 95.88 / AU$119.88 annually, which works out to $9.99
/ 7.99 / AU$9.99 per month. Students can get a discounted rate of $9.99 /
7.99 / AU$8.99 per month. This subscription lets you stream on up to five devices, with two simultaneous streams allowed at a time. You can also download films to your iOS or Android device for offline viewing a lifesaver for flights or commuting.

Theres also Mubi Go, a subscription add-on that includes a free cinema ticket each week to watch a Mubi-picked film at participating cinemas and theaters. This bumps up the price to $19.99 / 18.99 / AU$19.99 a month. (Image credit: Mubi) 1. It feels like an education in cinema

I love movies, but Ive often felt I lacked the knowledge and breadth of exposure to truly appreciate cinema. Thats one of my favorite aspects of
Mubi, it makes me feel like Im growing as a movie lover.

Its curated mix of genres, styles, and perspectives pushes me out of my comfort zone, serving up films from indie gems to restored classics and experimental works from all over the globe that I wouldnt have discovered otherwise.

But I like that Mubi doesnt just show me these new films, it guides me
through them. There are mini-reviews alongside each title called Our Take
that highlight what makes these movie choices special. Theres also Mubis Notebook blog, which provides context, interviews, and criticism.

I also love exploring Mubis Collections, these are films that have been grouped by cinematic themes, like You Up? Midnight Movies, which Mubi says
are erotically charged movies about vice and excess. Or Modern Lovers, which are complex romantic stories without cliches. Or even A Womans Bite: Female Vampires, which should be self-explanatory.

In the past, Id watch a movie one day then choose a completely different
genre the next. With Collections, its sort of like Im attending a mini film school and Im immersing myself into a different theme each week. (Image credit: Mubi) 2. Its a treasure trove of exclusives, restorations and hidden gems

Mubi isnt just a streaming platform, its also a film distributor. This means that festival hits like Perfect Days , The Worst Person in the World and more recently The Substance, arrive on the platform so you can stream them shortly after theyve been shown at cinemas and movie theaters more often than not, they stay there exclusively.

Youll also find rare gems and restorations, like the recent 4K update of Tarsem Singhs cult classic The Fall . This mix of new, classic, and obscure titles feels like uncovering a constant stream of cinematic treasures.

To make the platform feel even more exclusive, like youre being ushered to great new titles by your own film expert, you can also pay a little more for Mubi Go, which offers a cinema ticket each week for a specific film. Unfortunately, I couldnt try it this year since theres no participating
cinema near me, but its a brilliant add-on for serious cinephiles. 3. The
user experience is simple and visually stunning (Image credit: Mubi)

With its clean layout, white background, and striking banners, browsing feels thoughtfully designed and refreshingly straightforward. Granted, its not too dissimilar from the grid-like layout of other streaming services, but it
feels like Netflix if an incredibly hip Scandi design agency got its hands on it.

The search functionality on Mubi is simple yet effective, letting you explore by genre, country, year, awards, or filmmaker. While Id love a few more advanced filtering options, Mubis simplicity is part of its charm. User-created lists, like Mubi Top 1000 or Essential French Films, add a sense of being involved in a broader film-loving community, too, and you can also rate movies after youve seen them.

The platform also offers features that make watching and engaging with film easier, like offline viewing for iOS and Android devices, quick access to
your viewing history, and a gifting option this allows you to share some
Mubi titles with a handful of people after youve watched them, a great way to give your friends a taste of Mubi without them subscribing. (Image credit: Mubi) 4. It's the perfect choice for decision fatigue

Mubi feels like stepping into a curated art gallery for films. Unlike other platforms that are overloaded with thousands of titles, its carefully chosen catalog makes every choice feel purposeful.

Sure, there are still hundreds of movies here, but the way recommendations
are tailored to my viewing habits is different more complementary and thoughtful, rather than just similar. To me, it feels like having a cinema-savvy friend hand-pick my watchlist.

Mubis curation has also made me a more adventurous viewer, introducing me to international gems, restored classics, and bold indie debuts Id probably
never have even thought to seek out otherwise. Its helped me see cinema in a whole new way. You might also like My favorite horror movies of 2024 so far Best free streaming service 2024 The best music streaming services 2024



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