SomethingToWatch
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Overview
A recommendation platform that takes a fundamentally different approach to content discovery. Instead of collaborative filtering or genre matching, it uses a personality assessment to understand how you engage with stories — then matches you with films and shows that resonate on a deeper level.
At a Glance
32
Archetypes
15
Questions
50+
Countries Covered
5+
Personality Dimensions
Key Features
Personality Assessment
A 15-question quiz designed to map viewing preferences and personality traits to one of 32 distinct archetypes.
Proprietary Personality Model
A custom-built profiling system that goes beyond surface-level preferences to understand how you emotionally and intellectually engage with stories.
32 Viewer Archetypes
Each archetype has distinct content affinities, enabling highly personalized recommendations beyond simple genre matching.
Global Hidden Gems
Curated library emphasizing international cinema and overlooked titles, not just Hollywood blockbusters.
Instant Recommendations
Complete the assessment and immediately receive a curated watchlist tailored to your archetype — no account required to get started.
System Architecture
A content discovery engine where a personality assessment feeds into an archetype system that powers personalized recommendations from a curated library.
Assessment Engine
Personality Model
Archetype System
Content Database
Recommendation Engine
User Profiles
Technical Highlights
Proprietary multi-dimensional personality model mapping viewers to 32 unique archetypes based on narrative engagement patterns
Curated content database with structured metadata across genre, tone, pacing, and thematic dimensions for precise matching
Assessment engine optimized for accuracy in minimal questions — 15 questions to a full personality profile
Built as a solo product from concept through design, development, and launch
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