If you recall in my previous post, this movie review blog isn’t going to be the same as before. Of course, I’ll be giving my opinion on a good majority of movies, but there are so many movies out there that I won’t get to them all. It’s not a goal to do so, but the more movies to watch, the better – am I right?

That’s where you come in. I always enjoyed reading the comments on RoyalBeast Reviews. Your thoughts, whether you agreed or disagreed, were always great to read. Maybe you noticed something I didn’t or you interpreted a scene different than I did. It’s nice to get insight into the minds of my audience.

What can I do to help?

I won’t hold you. Comments are great, but they’re very limiting. Sometimes you want to say more. Sometimes I wish a commenter could expand on their thoughts. So, here’s your opportunity to do so. I’m not a movie buff, and you may not be either. But I’d still love to read a review from you and find out your thoughts on a movie.

This will be limited to movie reviews starting out, but once I expand into television that avenue will be explored. Please understand that not every review will be showcased. Each review does have to meet a standard and will be reviewed and considered carefully to determine if it will be published or not. You’ll also be responsible for making sure that it is formatted correctly upon submission.

How can I submit my movie review?

If you’d like the chance to have your review featured on Not A Movie Buff, simply click this link or head to the Contact Us page and fill out the form. Once your request is reviewed, we’ll reach out via email and discuss submitting your review for consideration. Please allow 5-7 days for review and response. If your review is chosen to be featured, we’ll discuss when the post will be published and you’ll be featured on the homepage as the featured guest review.

As stated previously, the reviews will be limited to movie reviews initially. It can be a movie that I’ve already reviewed on the site or one that I haven’t given my thoughts on yet. Your review might even push me to watch the movie and write a review in response to yours.

This is something that I’ve thought about for a while and I have some help getting started. However, who knows how big the team could grow and you might even be part of it in the future. Until then, continue watching those movies and get those pens ready. I’m excited to read your thoughts.

Alright, so I know I said the last post was an introductory one, but I’d like to take the time out to give a sort of run down of what Not A Movie Buff will be like. Don’t worry, there aren’t any rules like an online forum where you can get booted. However, we all can still interact here and there in the comments, so that has to be spoken to.

It’s simple – be kind, courteous, and keep an open mind. This is a movie review blog. The reviews and blog posts that you read about are simply another person’s opinion. We won’t agree on every movie that comes out. Some I’ll enjoy more than others and some you’ll enjoy more than others. If you see a review, post, or even a comment that you don’t agree with, let’s do our best to keep it civil and have a nice discussion about our differences.

As the title states, I’m not a movie buff. I just enjoy watching movies and giving my opinion of them once I’ve finished watching them. I’ll always be quick to point out any inconsistencies and I’m going to let you know exactly what I think, without any worry of what others may think of the movie. Once again, keeping the same vibe as RoyalBeast Reviews, but putting a fresh spin on it.

What’s different this time around?

You all are used to my sole reviews and opinions. Well this time around, I’m switching things up. I don’t want to just read about your thoughts in the comments of my posts. I want to read a review from you. There is a lot that goes into that, so the next post will be a deep dive into being able to have your reviews showcased on Not A Movie Buff.

In addition to reviewing movies, I’ll also be reviewing different television series. I do have a desire to expand and grow my audience, and this is one way I can see that goal being accomplished. I’ve never done a television series review, so please bear with me when my first one does come out. Regardless, I’ll be starting soon and growing with each post that’s made.

Why ‘Not A Movie Buff’?

There’s a reason why I chose the name, ‘Not A Movie Buff’. Obviously, because I’m not actually a movie buff, but more importantly I can’t do this by myself. There are a ton of movies that I’ve seen and enjoyed, and I’ll be updating my site with reviews for those movies. I’ll be the first to admit, though, that I don’t watch the same movies as everyone else.

That being said, I’ll need your help at times. Just go to the Contact page, fill out the form, and recommend a movie that you’d like me to review if it isn’t already on the Reviews page. Be patient, please. I’ll need to work in any recommendations into the schedule that’s in place for my reviews. Also, not every recommendation will be accepted. There are some movies I just don’t watch. However, with me not being the only reviewer, the movie could be passed on to another non-movie buff. Keep the hope alive.

At the end of the day, this will be a fun family-friendly movie review blog, and I’m so excited about the direction that this is going to go. Thanks to my audience thus far, again. I can’t make it without you.

Sometimes change is something that’s needed and you know it. It’s not always easy, but it is worth it in the end. I liked what I did. RoyalBeast Reviews was a fun little hobby when I first started it. I will always take pride and joy in my very first review – 5 years ago.

I want to continue forward with my movie reviews, but I recognize that if I want to grow to the audience I envision then some things need to change. I’m still the same RoyalBeast Extraordinaire – I’m going to always give my raw and unfiltered opinion on any movie that I see. However, I’ll never claim to know this and that about cinematography. I’m just a guy who likes to give my opinion on different films. In simpler terms – I’m not a movie buff.

RoyalBeast Reviews had a good run, but I’ve evolved and I understand that’s necessary to reach the audience intended. So consider this post an introductory one. It won’t be a long one at all. This and the next couple of blog posts will be short – a little bit of housekeeping. But always expect a review – at least once a week. The number of blog posts will vary per week, but you’ll be reading my thoughts outside of reviews as well.

I’ve still got a ways to go before I’m where I want to be, but I’ll get there. Until then, I’m going to continue churning out reviews and sharing my viewpoint week after week. Thanks for joining me on the ride. It’ll be a fun one for sure!