StardustTV - Short Drama&Movie

I downloaded the app after getting hooked on a drama in a Facebook app. It is AI created so obviously there are glitches and inconsistencies in the graphics as is always the case with AI generated images and videos. Nonetheless, as someone who has created short videos with AI, I found it to be as good as it could possibly be for now. The storyline is very different for one of these short dramas. It’s actually pretty engaging. I give the app 3 stars because for viewers who watch by viewing ads or purchasing coins, it can be a bit of a rip off. Each new chapter you unlock makes you rewatch the previous chapter before giving you 30 seconds of new content. It’s frustrating even with a 7 day pass, but if I were unlocking those chapters with coins or by viewing ads, I’d be pretty ticked off. The subscription price is pretty steep considering what you are getting. As I said, I have enjoyed watching from the perspective of analyzing the use of AI in creating consistent images. This is not top quality Hollywood drama, yet the price of a subscription is certainly higher than even a Netflix subscription.

What This movie app impresses with its sleek, user-friendly design that makes browsing effortless. The homepage offers personalized recommendations based on viewing history and preferences, helping users find new movies without endless searching. The search function is fast and accurate, supporting filters like genre, release year, and ratings to narrow down choices effectively. One standout feature is the detailed movie pages, which include trailers, cast information, user and critic reviews, and similar movie suggestions. This depth of information enriches the user’s decision-making process. Additionally, the app allows users to create watchlists and mark movies as watched, making it easy to organize viewing habits and track progress. Social integration is another plus, enabling users to share favorite movies or reviews with friends, fostering a community feel. The app also supports notifications for upcoming releases and personalized alerts for movies matching user interests. great

I’m involved in a series I enjoy BUT in order to get enough coins to even continue watching without having to sell my first born child to afford to continue to watch, I have to rate the app 5 stars. So take the high rating on this app as questionable. The good: Series I am watching is cute and entertaining. Plot and acting are better than in many other similar apps. The bad: Costs A LOT. When I consider my monthly Netflix subscription which I pay so that everyone in the household can watch, the cost is far, far less than paying extra for even one series. Even though I tend to watch their stupid ads and jump through hoops to get coins so I don’t have to shell out big bucks for a series, it’s annoying. Next, unlike nearly every other app similar to this one, the do not allow you to see a list of episodes so you can know how many more until the end. Right now, I think I am probably over half way done but have no idea for sure. With some apps I am willing to pay for a few episodes if I am close to the end but no way will I do that when I have no real clue as to how many episodes are left. Also, unless you speak Chinese, over half the offered series feature actors speaking in that language. These have subtitles and are occasionally dubbed, but though the plots offer insights into a culture with which I am unfamiliar and which I also find interesting, the violence against women is disturbing. So BUYERS BEWARE.