Jared, Kyal and Josh each rate things different. You might get confused if they review the same thing, but it is fairly self-explanatory. The following will help you understand though:
Jared (Television and Movies):
Jared rates on a 10 point scale for television series reviews, television episode reviews, and movie reviews.
0-5/10 – Well below average. For a television series as a whole, this would probably be something to skip. If it is a review on an episode, it met way below standards. For movies, these are films that didn’t live up to expectations, films that had their best moments in the trailers, etc.
6-8/10 – Average. For a television series as a whole, this would be a series you might want to catch every so often or during a repeat week. If it is a review on an episode, it met the average standard for the series – nothing too special, but nothing horrible either. For movies, these are films that left you with some sort of accomplishment and NOT leaving after looking at your watch for 88 minutes wondering when the movie was going to be over.
9-10/10 – Above average. For a television series as a whole, this would be a series you wouldn’t want to miss. It would be a show that delivers solid quality episodes week to week. If this was a review on an episode, it went beyond the average standard for the series – whether it was a major plot twist, a death, etc. For movies, this would be a film you would want to see over and over again, not worrying about shelling out $15 each time you saw it.
Jared (Music):
Skip It: This would be an album that has no quality tracks and well below standards. A CD that probably shouldn’t have been released at all.
Take A Look: This would be an album that has a few good tracks, but not great as a whole. With this grade, check to see what songs you should purchase.
Buy The Album: This is a rating for an album that satisfies as a whole and should be bought fully. With this grade, check to see where you can purchase the album.
Jared (Books)
Fail: This book fails to attract my attention or doesn’t merit purchasing the book. This book (either fiction or non-fiction) might have brief moments of greatness, but overall lacks what I’m looking for.
Library: Borrow this book from your library. The book is interesting enough for a once around, but not for repeated reading.
Bookstore: Buy this book! This will be something that you read for ages.
Kyal (Movies and Television)
Kyal rates on a grading scale from A+ to F
A+ thru A- — Must see. For movies, anything in the “A” range counts as one of my favorite movies of the year. As for television, this counts as an original and entertaining show that people should definitely check out.
B+ thru B- — An enjoyable but not perfect movie. There are usually a couple of important things missing or that bug me about the film that are keeping it from being an “A.” As for television, this is a show that I enjoy watching, but could give it up if I had to.
C+ thru D+ — Skip it. If a film or television show receives this grade, it is usually average to below average. It is nothing new and lacks anything worth remembering.
D thru F — Don’t even bother. Films and shows like these are a disappointment in the business, and depress me that projects like these are given any attention.
Josh (everything)
I have a basic one through five rating system on pretty much everything. Here’s my breakdown.
5/5: Perfect. This is ground breaking. Nothing needs to be changed. It’s wildly entertaining. It’s made superbly. Immaculate. Flawless.
4/5: Darn good. This is made extremely well. There isn’t much to gripe about. Might be tiny, minor flaws, but it doesn’t take away from anything.
3/5: Not bad. Not great. In between. Pretty average. There’s potential. It’s got good basics. There could be some work on it, but it’s definitely worth checking out.
2/5: Pretty bad. This just isn’t made well. There are few redeeming qualities. Unless you’re a fan of the particular area, it’s probably best if you don’t waste your time.
1/5: Why God? Why do you do this to us? Nothing about this works. This sucks. This sucks hard. There’s absolutely nothing going for this. Everybody run for your lives.
