~ Early Web Links ~

Filmtracks is a long-running, comprehensive database of film score and soundtrack reviews, boasting over 2,400 editorial reviews covering more than 3,500 unique albums since 1996. With composer tributes, a scoreboard forum, nearly 3 million reader votes cast, and best-selling score rankings, it is an essential destination for movie music enthusiasts and collectors.

Kushaiah Felisilda is a Filipino filmmaker and technology enthusiast who blogs about films, filmmaking, productivity tools, and life in the Philippines. The site blends personal weeknotes, tech commentary, and a filmmaker's perspective into a thoughtful and consistently updated personal blog running since 2015.

The "Splog" was the celebrated daily blog of Michael Sporn, a legendary New York animator whose studio produced acclaimed television specials from 1980 until his passing in 2014. Rich with storyboards, layouts, production art, and commentary on animation history and craft, it serves as both a professional archive and a tribute to one of independent animation's most dedicated voices.

IMSDb is the web's largest free repository of movie scripts and screenplays, browsable alphabetically or by genre including Action, Comedy, Sci-Fi, and dozens more. Visitors can read or download scripts for thousands of films, from classic Hollywood to the newest releases, making it an invaluable resource for film students, screenwriters, and cinephiles alike.

Ian Page's blog documents 'The End of Television,' a video art event held in Pittsburgh featuring submissions from dozens of artists and live performances by groups like HiTEC and Valentine Trio. The site captures the buildup, submission calls, and photo documentation of this experimental media happening from 2008-2009.

AnimAction appears to be a site focused on animation, likely covering topics related to animated films, cartoons, or the art of animation. The minimal page text suggests a frames-based or Flash-driven site from the early web era centered on animation content.

Created by Dr. Moira Sullivan, this international forum celebrates the life and work of Maya Deren, the pioneering U.S. avant-garde filmmaker and film theorist of the 1940s and 1950s. Visitors will find a filmography, biography notes, film stills, Haitian footage documentation, book and DVD recommendations, and reviews spanning Deren's influential body of work.

iox is a creator-driven indie network showcasing independent animation, film, music, and web content from a community of passionate creators. The site acts as a hub with curated shows, community picks, original music playlists, and support for emerging indie animators.

Expanded Cinema is a curated blog devoted to experimental, avant-garde, and art-house cinema, featuring in-depth posts on filmmakers like António Reis, B.S. Johnson, Alain Resnais, and Forough Farrokhzad. Each entry dives into obscure and challenging films with thoughtful critical context, making it a valuable resource for serious cinephiles drawn to the fringes of film history.

Melvian's personal corner of the web features original animations, writings, and creative projects, with the latest work being a humorous short about a fictional 'rawrPhone 17' security feature. The site has a playful, quirky personality complete with dragon-themed humor, a guestbook, and a curated fonts section.