RT vs IMDB

[iLOVENZB]

Which one do you use? I'm finding that I agree more with the ratings on RT compared to IMDB.

For instance just look at Shooter on IMDB (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0822854) compared to RT (http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/shooter/). Shooter was an 'Ok' movie but definitely not worth a 7.1/10 (IMDB (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0822854/ratings)).

It might be time to get used to RT interface :unsure:

[tesco]

RT is better for the reviews, but I find it harder to navigate.
It's much easier to find the info that I want on imdb.
So the answer is Both.

[sandman_1]

I use both but I have found that RT is usually rates 2 to 3 pts, on average, lower than IMDB. RT is more reliable, IMO, however some movies rated high I thought really sucked. But I guess it does come down to personal preference in the end. Scott Pilgrim vs. World was ok but I didn't think it deserved the high score it got on RT, for instance.

[IdolEyes787]

I use both but I have found that RT is usually rates 2 to 3 pts, on average, lower than IMDB. RT is more reliable, IMO, however some movies rated high I thought really sucked. But I guess it does come down to personal preference in the end. Scott Pilgrim vs. World was ok but I didn't think it deserved the high score it got on RT, for instance.

It's an opinion like, so there really isn't a correct one. If something interests you watch it and then decide for yourself .
Either that or go to IMDB and RT and listen to a bunch of people that strange as it may seem know nothing more about entertains you than you do ( and in the case of IMDB may not have even seen the movie) and take their word for it.

[cinephilia]

all i can say is that imdb is way more relevant than rottentomatoes in terms of infos, reviews and ratings when it comes to 'little known' independent/arthouse films.

[jkl49]

I pretty much only use IMDB. I don't ever use the sites for reviews or opinions, it's basically always for information purposes only. So the vast majority of the time it's IMDB, and the only time I end up on RT is when following links from search results or search engines, but never from specifically typing out the address on my own.

[A]

My favorite site when looking for something good to watch is metacritic (http://www.metacritic.com/).When looking for movies and TV outside hollywood, I like twitchfilm (http://twitchfilm.com/) (courtesy of Idol) and once in a while,when I feel like watching classic films, I like to go to filmsite (http://www.filmsite.org/) for reviews and info.RT's lists are kinda nice though.

[Skiz]

RT for reviews.

IMDB for info on casts, filmographies, etc....

[iLOVENZB]

RT for reviews.

IMDB for info on casts, filmographies, etc....

I think this is what I'll be doing too. Too many biased reviewers on IMDB.

They seem to think just because there are some intelligent shots that it's a great movie. Doesn't even have to have the basic principles of a tolerable movie - character development, plot, pace etc.

[Sushi007]

Always use imdb because its has a bigger archive and makes really good ratings from my opinion

RT is a little cheap.....................just use youtube for reviews and trailers!

[Shinzen]

RT for reviews.

IMDB for info on casts, filmographies, etc....

Yupe i do the same

[Stinson]

My favorite news on imdb today: Scarlett and Ryan split up. Finally, I can have her again!!!

[sandman_1]

Always use imdb because its has a bigger archive and makes really good ratings from my opinion

RT is a little cheap.....................just use youtube for reviews and trailers!

IDK RT has less letters in their abbreviation so I am more slanted towards RT than IMDB.:P

[GenesisJLS]

Shooter was a horrible movie, well in my opinion at least. I have no idea why it has a score that high. It's rather funny that Shooter has a higher score than Home Alone (7.0). I'm not saying Home Alone is the pinnacle of cinema, but come on it's definitely better than Shooter.

[oscare]

i always use imdb,and choose movies have a rating of 7.5 and above
but its rating fluctuates so often

[1000possibleclaws]

I'd go on IMDB because I don't really read reviews... IMDB has cast info and tons of active topics on each movie, so if I have aquestion it's probably been already discussed.

[c00lvin]

IMDB is best..

[heiska]

metapirate ftw.

[awaken]

IMDB is the simplest to use

[Frankthetank1]

IMDB sucks for reviews and ratings everything else is good. This is well known in the movie business. It is used more for your resume and background. RT has much better reviews and ratings.

[Glaucon]

I often find myself visiting IMDB due to it's simple nature. On the other hand, Rotten Tomatoes seem to provide slightly more accurate reviews.

[Frankthetank1]

this is because all the torrents and such have easy access to links to IMDB. Plus put IMDB in the name of a movie and google it... not even sure the quick search for RT in google

[iLOVENZB]

http://lmgtfy.com/?q=kings+speach+rt

[Glaucon]

not even sure the quick search for RT in google

If you're using Firefox then you could set it up in your browser's search bar with the addon "Add to Search Bar 2.0" :)

[tesco]

this is because all the torrents and such have easy access to links to IMDB. Plus put IMDB in the name of a movie and google it... not even sure the quick search for RT in google
"rotten {movie name}" works for me.

http://www.google.ca/search?q=rotten+sucker+punch