How to choose a movie for your mood
Choosing a film can take longer than finding time to watch it. Start with how you want to feel at the end of the evening, rather than a rating.
After a demanding day
When you are low on energy, start with “Relax”. A warm comedy, an easygoing adventure, or a familiar genre can be a better fit than a demanding thriller. Set your energy level: we consider it separately from your genre preferences.
When you want a change of mood
How you feel now and how you want to feel are different things. A sad evening does not have to mean a sad film. Choose support, inspiration, or a gentle shift, and keep genres open if you are ready for a surprise.
Watching together
Talk about what neither of you wants to watch tonight. Then choose a format, one or more genres, and a release period. Fewer hard constraints leave more room for an interesting overlap in your tastes.
If the picks miss the mark
Dislike the collection and briefly say why: too slow, too dark, or films you already know. Specific feedback is more useful than a rating alone. Your next request still takes priority, while recent feedback helps refine the details.
Where the recommendations come from
AI suggests candidates, and the TMDB catalog helps verify their titles, years, and media types. Each card explains the choice. If AI is unavailable, a catalog-based fallback is clearly labelled. Mistakes remain possible: check age ratings and streaming availability before watching.