Ever struggled to remember where a specific movie or TV show quote came from? Clipzy, a new app, aims to solve that problem by letting you search dialogue across a vast library of subtitles.
Think of it like a search engine, but specifically for movie and TV show dialogue. Type in a phrase, a few keywords, or even just a single word, and Clipzy will scan its database to find matching lines.
How Clipzy Works
The app currently uses PostgreSQL 17 and Flexsearch. The database resides on a mini-PC, showcasing how powerful even modest hardware can be. The real heavy lifting was in processing the massive dataset of subtitles, sourced from OpenSubtitles.org. This dataset allows for quick and (mostly) accurate retrieval of dialogue from countless movies and TV shows.
Future Plans for Clipzy
The developer has ambitious plans for Clipzy’s future. One key goal is implementing server-side vector search. This advanced technique will enable searching across multiple titles simultaneously, further streamlining the quote-finding process. However, achieving this requires some serious data cleanup to ensure smooth performance on consumer hardware.
Imagine being able to search for a specific theme across all of Quentin Tarantino’s films or finding every time a certain character used a catchphrase in a long-running series. That’s the potential vector search unlocks.
Help Improve Clipzy
The developer encourages user feedback, particularly regarding instances where the app fails to retrieve subtitles. This community involvement is crucial for identifying areas for improvement and ensuring Clipzy’s accuracy.
While still in its early stages, Clipzy offers an exciting glimpse into the future of media search. By focusing on dialogue, it fills a unique niche and provides a powerful tool for anyone who loves movies and TV.
Key Features:
- Real-time dialogue search.
- Extensive database of movie and TV show subtitles.
- Simple and intuitive interface.
Try out Clipzy and rediscover your favorite movie quotes!
