We know that the move from HBO Max to Max could involve a price increase so we are waiting to see how this translates in USA. We have already learned our lesson after what happened with other platforms, so we do not doubt too much that there will be people who will also look to unsubscribe if prices become too high in our country.
At the same time, it sharpens the senses to look for cheaper, or even free, legal alternatives, leading to discoveries like that of eFilm. It is an online platform that offers thousands of films and series. But the best attraction for them is that you can see them for free. A service that, in addition, we all finance together in one way or another.
A compelling reason to visit your local library
The trick to achieving this is that eFilm created an agreement with the network of public libraries in USA so that all its members can access the catalog of films and series without paying. So the condition is that you search for a public library near you and become a member. As simple as it sounds. Being a public service, this also has no cost.
eFilm itself provides a link from the Spanish government where you can search for a library in your city so you can become a member. From there, they provide you with the credentials to access eFilm and access its catalog. To watch it, you just need a Mac and a modern browser, and the service itself confirms that it works on the TV if you connect the computer to the device with an HDMI cable.
On iPhones and iPads, the player is not supported of eFilm at the moment, as Apple has removed compatibility, so we’ll have to settle for seeing them on the big screen for now. If you have a Chromecast, you can use that too.
Compatibility may not be maximum and the catalog may be limited, but again: it’s free. We’re not going to ask anything from the elm either and it will probably be an interesting medium for those looking for entertainment without relying on subscriptions.
A previous version of this article was published on April 14, 2023.
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