moving image enthusiast

After blogging and watching a ton of movies, I can say that I am a movie addict.
WAIT. Is that the right term? Movie addict?

This made me think. What is the right term for someone who just loves watching movies; may it be sci-fi, horror, drama, comedy, or a chick flick.

After searching for hours on the perfect term for someone who loves popping some popcorn and gluing their eyes on the big screen for that wonderfully made (and beautifully crafted) films of their favorite (and sometimes not so favorite) movie stars, I gave up and looked for a movie guide on the next movies to die for! Ha-ha… just kiddin’!

I came upon a site which offered an answer to my fairly unanswered question. Here is a list of what readers think of the answer is and my comments.

“Film buff” – This term can pass as “okay”; but, not as perfect as the others may be. Film- of course, the movie. Buff? Someone who goes to the gym frequently? After some thought, I consulted a thesaurus and looked for synonyms for this word. Buff! A fan, enthusiast, admirer, expert, connoisseur or aficionado. This term passes!

“Movie Junkie”- why would I put myself as a “junk”? The term portrays a bad image. Bad image is not good. Ha-ha.

“Movie Maniac” – Hmmm… creative but still lacks something.

“Movieholic” – hmmm… this term is quite nice! It’s a term for a “movie lover”. NICE! (like an alcoholic! Ha-ha)

“Film fanatic” – for me, this is so-so.

“Movie critic” – I am not that serious on criticizing a movie! (Well, sometimes!)

“Movie buff” – well, same as the “film buff”

“Filmophile” – I don’t quite get this. What is this?

Apparently, there is a correct term for a movie lover like me! It is a “moving image enthusiast”. Well, it sounds intellectual but fun at the same time!

So, for “moving image enthusiasts” out there like me, keep watching those movies of your favorite celebrities! (And avoid piracy, okay?)