Lovefilm by post closing
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I had no idea that they still operated! I used to have a two disk subscription back before Netflix became a thing. The odd scratched disk aside I used to love it. I remember spending far too much time agonising over my lists though.
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Unfortunately it may just push you into streaming. Since I stopped worrying about getting the very best in quality (only ever watching blu ray quality films) I've really enjoyed streaming services, the possibilities are endless!
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I stopped using it when they stopped providing games.
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I really notice the difference when I watch Blu Ray over Sky HD the darks in particular are poor with Sky on my TV, not so with the same content on Blu Ray. The other thing is none of the streaming services to the best of my knowledge have anything like the width of LoveFilm by post. This will definitely push me to buy more of the less mainstream films I want to watch. I'll miss doing a few months on then rest then a few months on catching up on Blu Ray but it was bound to happen.
I'm left feeling a bit desperate after hearing this news as I'm currently on the 2 discs/unlimited plan. This was my main source of new films as I don't go to the cinema often and I'm unsure what the best option is now....really enjoyed the freedom and ease of use dvd via post gave. (yes I know this makes me sound ancient...I'm not!)
I've seen a few people recommending Cinema Paradiso.
Thanks, will look into this. Was considering whether Netflix was an option but I'm uncertain it fits my viewing habits.
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Excellent film
Never used Lovefilm rental service as always slight concern if the disc went missing in transit, but they were the last source for renting actual discs at least round here. Been several years since Blockbuster went down and no-one stepped up to fill the gap for "High Street" DVD/Blu-ray rentals. Presumably no money in it anymore. Years ago every corner shop had a rack with the main blockbusters to rent.
Well that is sad. I mean not for me personally - heck, I had no idea such things still existed in this day and age, but it is sad to see the true end of an era (the whole renting of a physical game/DVD). I used to love going into Blockbuster back in the day and browsing.
Unless it changed, if one went missing, you just reported it and they wrote it off. If your account had this happening regularly though, they'd probably investigate. I'd imagine they lost a lot of discs through chancers.