Movie App

Welcome to the Movie App! This README will provide you with an overview of the app, its features, and instructions on how to get started.

Table of Contents

• Introduction
• Features
• Getting Started
  • Prerequisites
  • Installation
• Usage
• Contributing
• License

Introduction

The Movie App is a user-friendly application that allows users to explore and discover information about their favorite movies and TV shows. With this app, users can search for movies, view details, watch trailers, and create lists of their favorite films. Whether you're a movie enthusiast or just looking for something to watch, the Movie App has got you covered.

Features

• Search: Easily search for movies or TV shows by title, genre, actor, or director.
• Movie Details: Get detailed information about a movie, including its plot, cast, release date, and more.
• Trailers: Watch trailers for movies to get a sneak peek before deciding what to watch.
• Favorites: Save your favorite movies to a personalized list for easy access.
• Watchlist: Create a watchlist of movies and TV shows you want to watch in the future.
• User Profiles: Create and manage user profiles to personalize your movie recommendations.
• User Reviews: Read and write reviews for movies to share your opinions with others.
• Recommendations: Receive personalized movie recommendations based on your viewing history.

Getting Started

Follow these instructions to get the Movie App up and running on your device.

Prerequisites

• Operating System: The Movie App is compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux.
• Node.js: Ensure that you have Node.js installed. You can download it from nodejs.org.
• Package Manager: We recommend using npm (Node Package Manager) or yarn for installing dependencies.

Installation

1. Clone the Movie App repository to your local machine.

   git clone https://github.com/R-vi369/movie_site.git

2. Navigate to the project directory.

   cd movie-site

3. Install the required dependencies.

   npm install
   

4. Create an API key for The Movie Database (TMDb) by following the instructions on TMDb API. Then, create a .env file in the project root and add your API key.

   REACT_APP_TMDB_API_KEY=your-api-key

5. Start the development server.

   npm run dev
   

6. Open your web browser and access the app at http://localhost:3000.

Usage

• Search for Movies: Use the search bar to find movies by title, actor, director, or genre.
• View Movie Details: Click on a movie to view detailed information, including the cast, release date, and plot.
• Watch Trailers: Click on the trailer icon to watch movie trailers.
• Favorites and Watchlist: Create a user profile to add movies to your favorites or watchlist.
• User Reviews: Write and read user reviews for movies to share your thoughts with the community.
• Recommendations: Receive personalized movie recommendations based on your preferences and viewing history.

Contributing

Contributions to the Movie App are welcome! If you have ideas for new features, improvements, or bug fixes, please submit a pull request. Before contributing, make sure to read our Contributing Guidelines.

License

The Movie App is licensed under the MIT License. Feel free to use, modify, and distribute the app according to the terms of this license.

Enjoy using the Movie App, and happy movie watching! If you have any questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us at [[email protected]].