Taking its name from Ireland’s first cinema, which was opened by James Joyce in 1909, Volta is a video on demand site for Irish audiences. An initiative of Element Pictures Distribution, the site has a growing catalogue, with a focus on Irish and international independent film. Users can follow the recommendations of the editorial board or browse themselves using various criteria including actor, director, year, country and keyword. There is a substantial amount of free content including video interviews with directors and trailers, together with numerous text articles and reviews.