Film Studies: Web Resources

A film images search engine powered by artificial intelligence (AI). There is a "free" version with limited access, as well as a way to request student/teacher access. Use with caution.

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An online collection of movie stills captured by fans. Searchable by film title, artist (e.g., director's name), and genre. Be sure to credit both the website and the original film director in citations.

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An internet-based resource that provides film synopses, cast, director, stills, and other information. Now owned by Amazon, the site allows viewing of films and television shows.


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A free, on-line database managed by people interested in movie images (stills).

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From the website information:
"In 2017 a NYC based cinematographer had to come up with a lighting plan in hurry.
After becoming quite frustrated with the options available for searching through film grabs for reference material, they hammered out this jammeroo and called it "SHOT.CAFE". Use it to create decks, moodboards, lookbooks, research and explore your love of cinema, cinematography and design. Or don't."

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An online collections of movie stills for use by fans and researchers. NOTE: USE OF THE MOVIE STILLS REQUIRES SIGNING UP FOR A PAID ACCOUNT. However, the blog is freely-accessible and has a lot of valuable insights / criticism about films that can help students gather information into film and cultural studies.

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