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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Finally got 2 months worth and they were worth the wait,both colour and b&w,looking forward to getting the rest of my back orders now

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I placed an order over 4 weeks ago and have not heard a thing, besides a reply to one email saying my films would be sent, then nothing. I am going to file a dispute with my card provider to try... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I really like the concept! I deducted 1 star just because being in the US, it is a little weird to get film from the UK (some of which will undoubtedly come from a certain US film company). Biggest... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The packages came on time, and I loved the additional pin that came with the first box! I just wish there would be more experimental film featured, as I bought the subscription as a way to try out new... See more

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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

142 reviews

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Good mix

Finally got 2 months worth and they were worth the wait,both colour and b&w,looking forward to getting the rest of my back orders now

11 December 2023
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First choice

Always a wide range of film, it's packed and posted quickly and the communications are always prompt and friendly.
I love shopping here.

28 April 2023
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Paid for over a year, recieved maybe 5 boxes

haven't sent any boxes in months, can't cancel the subscription on their website as it doesn't work. he replied to me on Instagram a couple months and said he would sent me extra film to make up for the missed boxes but have not received one since Jan. Wouldn't recommend as he just takes your money.

15 March 2023
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Have not received order/ terrible…

Have not received order/ terrible customer service.

emailed twice and once on instagram, did not hear back from them. Have not received an order update. would not recommend.

20 February 2023
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Had three months of unfulfilled orders…

Had three months of unfulfilled orders on a film subscription and had no response from emails although monthly payments were still being taken. In the end I was only able to get a response via Instagram after threatening action over a period of some weeks. In the end I received one order then had to chase a refund for another month and again to receive the refund for the third month. Communication is awful avoid at all costs.

3 December 2022
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Sorry but after having 5 lots of…

Sorry but after having 5 lots of monthly subscriptions not dispatched this explains the low review. More so no communication about this at all. Fair enough two of these now sent with a free film (HP5+) still not good enough.

22 August 2022
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Took my money but no response

I placed an order over 4 weeks ago and have not heard a thing, besides a reply to one email saying my films would be sent, then nothing.

I am going to file a dispute with my card provider to try to reclaim my money as based on other reviews here it seems Cool Film aren't fulfilling orders. Really disappointing as I wanted to support a small business but this is a terrible way to treat customers. Stay away and just go to a reputable supplier!

Update: I did eventually receive my order and appreciated an extra film thrown in.

22 July 2022
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Reply from Cool Film

Hi Olivia,

We're sorry for the delay one more time. We explained what happened in our email. Initially, you asked us to post the film a month later but then changed your mind. Therefore, we didn't post it straight away, but it arrived eventually. And as you mentioned that you got a free roll of film, we were still forced to pay back for your order because you raised a dispute with your bank.

We understand your situation. Please, accept our apology.

Thanks,
Taras

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Not recommended

Run. Run away.
They took me money and sent nothing. Then took a second lot of money with still nothing. I emailed, I used their contact form, I tweeted. Nada.
Eventually I used the language suggested by a solicitor friend to make sure I was in good standing when reporting them to Trading Standards.
Suddenly, they were in touch and apologetic.
They told me that they'd had trouble getting colour film (this is plausible, though it was never called COLOUR film club to my knowledge). They didn't explain why this made communication impossible for them.
The did send me all the films plus some extras and I am grateful for that. But on talking to others that have used them, I apparently got better than average service.
Seriously, go to Analogue Wonderland.

2 July 2022
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Reply from Cool Film

Hi Scott,

We're sorry for the delay. Indeed, we're not called a COLOUR film club, but we're trying to include one roll of colour film in most of our boxes. And it's been tough getting colour film. We will improve our processes and communications.

Thanks,
Taras

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everything went super well

I am from Argentina and here it is very difficult to obtain certain films. Thank you for shipping worldwide. I'm very happy. I will buy again for sure

27 June 2022
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Reply from Cool Film

Thank you very much, Pablo.

Best wishes,
Taras

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Really nice subscription

I was looking for a film subscritpion and Coolfilm has a nice one. Looking forward for the next rolls!

2 June 2022
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Reply from Cool Film

Thank you, Flo!

Taras

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