On the Web: Video Rental Sites
Ready to rent and download or stream a movie? These sites offer everything from feature films to news feeds to short clips.
CinemaNow: This outfit offers over 5000 films, ranging from box office hits to forgotten oldies. Movie rentals start at $3; monthly subscriptions start at $10.
The FeedRoom: View a constantly updated roster of clips culled from national news outlets, local newscasts, and other sources at this streaming-video site. Free.
MSN Media Guide: Streaming video includes news from MSNBC, movie trailers, and clips from television shows and short games. Free.
Movielink: Download hundreds of films--treasured classics and new releases. The selection ranges from the mainstream to the obscure. Movie rentals start at $2.
Pocketmovies.net: Download tons of short films in MPEG format for Pocket PC and Palm devices, including ads and trailers. Pocket PC users need a third-party player (like PocketTV), since Media Player can't handle MPEG files. Donations requested.
PocketRocketFX.com: Free membership gives you access to movie trailers, music videos, and more, formatted for handhelds.
PPCVidz.com: A fine site for anyone with a Pocket PC or Palm-based PDA. Streaming-video content includes movie trailers, music videos, news feeds, and short films. Free.
Wiredvideo.com: Stream a selection of silly commercials, funny outtakes, and stupid stunts gone wrong. Free.
Michael Desmond is a freelance writer based in Vermont.
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