Cinephile: A Card Game

With 150 cards and multiple ways to play, this “stylish and addictive card game” [GQ] is the perfect choice for everyone from casual movie-goers to bona fide film nerds.

• This card-based party game is a well-crafted mix of sleek design, pop culture, and film, sure to be a hit at your next movie night, game night, or even as an icebreaker for your new book club, in person or over video chat.
• This versatile game offers multiple different ways to play and win, from naming more films an actor has appeared in than your fellow movie nerds to naming more actors in a film and much more!
• With multiple levels of difficulty, Cinephile will have you and your friends racking your brains for Sean Connery’s lesser-known films, Cate Blanchett’s filmography, and Steve Buscemi’s most memorable cameos.

Praise for Cinephile

“Gorgeously designed and illustrated.”—Joshua Rothkopf, Time Out New York

“Beautiful graphic design and hand-drawn portraits.”—Esquire

“A new essential, beautifully-designed game for film lovers . . . the Criterion Collection of card games.”—Jordan Raup, The Film Stage

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs