Netflix Thinks We’re Not Worthy
What the hell? Netflix thinks we are not worthy.
OK, I don’t get this. Everyday I receive email from Netflix users about how they use Reel Reviews as a guide for their Netflix queues. I have been invited to join in multiple Netflix Friend Lists. I figure with all of the Reel Reviews listeners using Netflix that there is a good fit and I go looking for an affiliate program. Sure enough they have one. I apply and patiently await my approval.
Guess what – they denied Reel Reviews as an affiliate. Apparently an internet movie review show, with thousands of listeners, dedicated to encouraging people to watch great films available on DVD doesn’t fit with their business plan. I’m not upset so much as stupefied by this decision. Is it me or is this just dumb?
They sent a generic “we’re sorry” email citing all kinds of possible reasons – I’ll ask for specifics.
Those morons.
I think it’s more to do with people not getting what Podcasting is about. I was going to help out by boycotting Netflix, but it’s not available in the UK.
If I can, I’d like to ask here if there are any UK listeners who can recommend an online DVD service here.
And Michael, what about Amazon. They do a DVD rental scheme. Maybe they will hook you up?
Why not try Blockbuster’s program?
I switched from NetFlix last summer and have been just as pleased with Blockbuster despite their slightly less selection of obscure films. They might be a bit hungrier for affiliates, as well.
Hi,
It’s because of your site (and Netflix Freak shareware) that I’ve signed up with Netflix.
I’ve specifically put movies in my Queue because of your reviews.
Chris Morrow
same here. Well, I’ve been with NetFlix for a couple of years. But my queue’s doubled in size since I started listening to Reel Reviews. Surprising they don’t see a connecton.
A reply for Charlie (post 1). I have been using ScreenSelect in the UK for four months now. I think they are the biggest in the UK, and the deal seems as good as any (much better than Amazon in the UK). They have a huge list of obscure movies and actually supply them, rather than just listing them. As a fan of Japanese movies I can’t fault them. They are not great at supplying new release mainstream DVDs, but new foreign films come pretty quickly. I have not used any other online rental system, so cannot compare.
Forget Netflix. Greencine is much better. They actually seem to care about movies, host screenings of rare films in SF, and have a great blog.
Hey, thanks for the tip Scott. I had not heard of Greencine. Looking now.