Instagram is no more just a photo-sharing app. It is a platform to share interests, create content and start conversations. For cinema lovers and film buffs, Instagram has created a world of detailed reviewing, colour analysis and excellent frame captures, curated just right to satisfy all your movie cravings. The journey of understanding and appreciating a film does not end with its credits but goes on through discussions and conversations on it.
Whether you like artsy movies or commercial hits, the Instagram film community has got you covered. All you have to do is find the right account, and that’s what we are here to help you with! Here is a list of some of the well-researched and beautifully designed Instagram accounts that you need to follow for the film geek in you.
Color Palette Cinema
A visual treat and a deeper understanding are the two things Color Palette Cinema’s Instagram has to offer. As their bio reads, “Color can affect us psychologically, often without us being aware, and can be used as a strong device in a story.” The account breaks down film stills to their Pantone colour palette, letting viewers understand the different layers that go into making a frame.
Humans of Cinema
If you are looking to have a discussion on your favourite film or go through a few recommendations for movie night, Humans of Cinema is the place to go. Managed by Harshit Bansal and Ahona Chanda, the account is perfect for learning all things movies. From analysing the love languages in different films to specific recommendation posts like “Films and series you should watch if you are going through a creative block”, the account is packed with all the right content.
Anthology Film Archives
Anthology Film Archives tries to “[preserve] & [present] films made by visionaries, radicals, independents, and auteurs—with a focus on films that are overlooked, forgotten or ignored”. The Instagram page of the international centre for the preservation and exhibition of film and video opens up the door for cinephiles to explore different film screenings and learn more about different genres of movies.
Film Tourism US
Andrea David is all about exploring the world scene by scene, and she’s doing an incredible job, garnering 836K followers on her Instagram page. It is the perfect amalgamation of movies and travel and nothing less of a dream. Andrea travels to where iconic scenes were shot and takes a picture with the snap. Her account is a breath of fresh air with perfect posts to pop up on your feed.
The Women of Cinema
The Women of Cinema account is a starting point for film lovers to look at the representation of women in films. The account is currently looking at Indian movies but has varied and thought-provoking content. Looking at women in films is an essential conversation in today’s world, and The Women of Cinema is taking significant steps.
High on Films
A platform to promote independent films, High on Films is the account to follow for some of the undiscovered movie gems out there. The account posts stills from movies with subtitles and gives followers a few ideas on what to watch next for movie night.
The Cinegogue
An interesting name for an interesting account, The Cinegogue, with over 300K followers on Instagram, is the place to “come gather in praise of cinema”. It gives you updates on movies and movie-related content, helping you find new and old films to watch and a little behind the scenes too!
That Indian Cinephile
That Indian Cinephile is the place to go when you need some Indian film recommendations. With excellent picks from across the Indian film industry, the account is everything a movie buff could ask for. Still wondering what to play when you sit down for family time? Go check out That Indian Cinephile account for inspiration.
Screenplayed
Run by independent filmmakers, the Kinnane brothers, Screenplayed gives movie lovers an opportunity to “discover how actors, directors and writers bring screenplays to life”. Playing the screenplay alongside a shot of the movie, viewers get an idea of how actors and directors interpret it.
Accidentally Wes Anderson
Last but not least, Accidently Wes Anderson, with over 1.6 million followers on Instagram, is one of the best accounts to follow for film lovers. The account posts real-life scenes that look like they would fit into a Wes Anderson film. It is entertaining and exciting to follow and can be the perfect pop of colour on your feed.
These accounts will help you find the best films, whether you like thrillers or dramas!
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