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A Quick Tip by RabidChihuahua

Mar 22, 2013

by RabidChihuahua
posted in WHAT CAN I SAY?

In the last five years or so, nearly all of the Blockbuster locations in my area have closed down, and honestly, I don't miss them.

Their prices were a bit ridiculous, and this would be understandable if they had a large selection to choose from, but their library of videos to rent was so-so at best compared to the sadly defunct Hollywood Video.

Given how Family Video has most of their selection for only $1 for rental and the rise of online streaming services, is it really any wonder why Blockbuster has lost so much share in the video rental market?

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FM_ALEX April 01

I actually miss the movie stores, even more than that I miss the video stores. Something seemed more magical when all those VHS Covers graced us all with a wonderful front picture that lied about the quality of the film.

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MichaelN March 23

I certainly don't miss them. I never was able to get any new titles and their defination of a "day" was not a "day." I have Redbox's located at every drugstore and supermarket in my neighborhood and I like the 1.29, no hidden fees price. Also, that I can return the DVDs to any machine is great.

RabidChihuahua March 23

My brother and his wife are Redbox members, and I think they like it, too.

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Madpenguin March 22

I haven't rented from Blockbuster in years, in fact, there's only one I know of here in the Bronx. And I'm not sure if it's still there either. I still haven't tried Netflix, and they are begging me to give them a chance.

RabidChihuahua March 23

I don't know if you're a member of any video stores, but if you're not, and if there's a Family Video in your neck of the woods, I'd recommend joining them because they have a decent library of movies, games, and TV shows, and their prices are much better than Blockbuster.

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Quick Tip by cenobite7. October 16, 2009

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Commonly referred to as "Cockbuster". Don't expect to rent anything abouve an R-rating from this store. Instead, go to amazon.com

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