#cinephile culture

Has the obsession with "discovering" obscure films turned festival-goers into gatekeepers who kill the fun for casual viewers?

Is diving into independent cinema and cultural festivals worth the hype, or just pretentious?

Do movie snobs secretly ruin the fun of watching films for everyone?

Do movie snobs just pretend to like black-and-white films to look smarter?

Do movie snobs secretly enjoy blockbusters more than indie darlings, but won't admit it?

Should hardcore cinephiles stop gatekeeping independent cinema from casual viewers who just want to be entertained?

Are film festival juries just awarding movies that make them look smart instead of ones people actually enjoy?