Comments on: What Would It Take To Get You To See A $35 Movie? http://themovieblog.com/2008/04/what-would-it-take-to-get-you-to-see-a-35-movie The Official Home of Correct Movie Opinions Sun, 22 Nov 2009 04:48:58 -0500 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.5 hourly 1 By: Frank http://themovieblog.com/2008/04/what-would-it-take-to-get-you-to-see-a-35-movie#comment-133346 Frank Tue, 29 Apr 2008 20:41:47 +0000 http://www.themovieblog.com/2008/04/what-would-it-take-to-get-you-to-see-a-35-movie#comment-133346 I actually don't know what American cinemas are like, but in Denmark, it's a bit more respectful. Everyone usually shows up 10 minutes before the (trailers and) film starts, and you can buy beer if you're 18+ and usually people are quiet, but you can be unlucky and wind up next to three teenage girls who are chatting about everything that goes on on the screen or elsewhere. But I agree, I always put my phone on vibrate if I'm waiting for a call or completely shut it off, because I made a decision to go to the movies and watch a film, not sit and make conversation with people who aren't present. I actually don’t know what American cinemas are like, but in Denmark, it’s a bit more respectful.

Everyone usually shows up 10 minutes before the (trailers and) film starts, and you can buy beer if you’re 18+ and usually people are quiet, but you can be unlucky and wind up next to three teenage girls who are chatting about everything that goes on on the screen or elsewhere.

But I agree, I always put my phone on vibrate if I’m waiting for a call or completely shut it off, because I made a decision to go to the movies and watch a film, not sit and make conversation with people who aren’t present.

]]> By: Anthony T http://themovieblog.com/2008/04/what-would-it-take-to-get-you-to-see-a-35-movie#comment-133334 Anthony T Tue, 29 Apr 2008 19:43:35 +0000 http://www.themovieblog.com/2008/04/what-would-it-take-to-get-you-to-see-a-35-movie#comment-133334 A handjob would be nice for that price. And what are the ushers for? There used to be a place in Milford, Connecticut that showed second run films for 3 bucks, which you can drink, eat and smoke in the theater while you watch the film. Of course the place was filthy because it was a hangout for teenagers/young adults. But it had its own "atmosphere" that was not prententious or hoity toity. I dont know what kind of a film would warrant a 35.00 fee. My guess would not be the latest box office hits, but perhaps, newly remastered great films of the past. Films that no longer get played in the theaters anymore. It does not matter how far the bathrooms are. If you gotta go, then it just sucks, no matter how much it takes you out of the film. A handjob would be nice for that price.

And what are the ushers for?

There used to be a place in Milford, Connecticut that showed second run films for 3 bucks, which you can drink, eat and smoke in the theater while you watch the film. Of course the place was filthy because it was a hangout for teenagers/young adults. But it had its own “atmosphere” that was not prententious or hoity toity.

I dont know what kind of a film would warrant a 35.00 fee. My guess would not be the latest box office hits, but perhaps, newly remastered great films of the past. Films that no longer get played in the theaters anymore.

It does not matter how far the bathrooms are. If you gotta go, then it just sucks, no matter how much it takes you out of the film.

]]> By: Mark-Salinas-MN http://themovieblog.com/2008/04/what-would-it-take-to-get-you-to-see-a-35-movie#comment-133093 Mark-Salinas-MN Mon, 28 Apr 2008 14:03:44 +0000 http://www.themovieblog.com/2008/04/what-would-it-take-to-get-you-to-see-a-35-movie#comment-133093 Massage chairs, free popcorn and lots of space. Mark Salinas, MN Massage chairs, free popcorn and lots of space.

Mark Salinas, MN

]]> By: Gary http://themovieblog.com/2008/04/what-would-it-take-to-get-you-to-see-a-35-movie#comment-132557 Gary Thu, 24 Apr 2008 18:31:17 +0000 http://www.themovieblog.com/2008/04/what-would-it-take-to-get-you-to-see-a-35-movie#comment-132557 In Fairview Texas,outside of Plano Texas this theatre is being built as we speak, and it is a major talk in Dallas. Keep in mind Plano is the hdquarters for Cinemark. In Fairview Texas,outside of Plano Texas this theatre is being built as we speak, and it is a major talk in Dallas. Keep in mind Plano is the hdquarters for Cinemark.

]]> By: Paul E Stevens http://themovieblog.com/2008/04/what-would-it-take-to-get-you-to-see-a-35-movie#comment-132036 Paul E Stevens Tue, 22 Apr 2008 11:18:42 +0000 http://www.themovieblog.com/2008/04/what-would-it-take-to-get-you-to-see-a-35-movie#comment-132036 1. An automatic weapon 2. A Hefty Raise ! Seriously, if it was a movie that I felt was epic in nature, which could only be appreciated in a theatre, I Might consider it. 1. An automatic weapon
2. A Hefty Raise !

Seriously, if it was a movie that I felt was epic in nature, which could only be appreciated in a theatre, I Might consider it.

]]> By: Meiran http://themovieblog.com/2008/04/what-would-it-take-to-get-you-to-see-a-35-movie#comment-131839 Meiran Sun, 20 Apr 2008 22:44:43 +0000 http://www.themovieblog.com/2008/04/what-would-it-take-to-get-you-to-see-a-35-movie#comment-131839 The way that the cinema grill in my hometown worked as that there were tables throughout the theater on "risers" so that you didn't have your view blocked, and a bar through the middle where we usually sat since I often went with a large group. As you came in, you got your alcohol from the bar, and your waitress came in to get your drinks and your dinner order. They came in and brought your food very early, I think during the trailers, but I can't recall ever being even slightly distracted, and I went to this theatre on a regular basis (it only cost $2 a ticket, then food was extra). They had the best chili cheese fries in town. You didn't really get to order desert unless you asked for it ahead of time, because the waitress didn't talk to you after the movie started, just quietly brought your food. But seriously, it is NOT that distracting to have somebody come in and bring a plate and then leave when there's plenty of room for them to get around and they don't have to scoot past going "excuse me, excuse me..." I would LOVE to find a theatre like that around here. It was great to get dinner and a movie at the same time. The way that the cinema grill in my hometown worked as that there were tables throughout the theater on “risers” so that you didn’t have your view blocked, and a bar through the middle where we usually sat since I often went with a large group.

As you came in, you got your alcohol from the bar, and your waitress came in to get your drinks and your dinner order. They came in and brought your food very early, I think during the trailers, but I can’t recall ever being even slightly distracted, and I went to this theatre on a regular basis (it only cost $2 a ticket, then food was extra). They had the best chili cheese fries in town.

You didn’t really get to order desert unless you asked for it ahead of time, because the waitress didn’t talk to you after the movie started, just quietly brought your food. But seriously, it is NOT that distracting to have somebody come in and bring a plate and then leave when there’s plenty of room for them to get around and they don’t have to scoot past going “excuse me, excuse me…”

I would LOVE to find a theatre like that around here. It was great to get dinner and a movie at the same time.

]]> By: James Brady http://themovieblog.com/2008/04/what-would-it-take-to-get-you-to-see-a-35-movie#comment-130814 James Brady Mon, 14 Apr 2008 19:56:11 +0000 http://www.themovieblog.com/2008/04/what-would-it-take-to-get-you-to-see-a-35-movie#comment-130814 I think the theater should have valet parking, nice comfy seats like you see in home theaters with cupholders. The seats should have power recline like these ones. <a href="http://www.htmarket.com/home-theater-furniture-home-theater-seating.html" rel="nofollow">Home Theater Seating</a>, free popcorn in the theater, free soft drinks. Service for cocktails, beer or wine. No previews at all, assigned seating you book the seat you want. no sleeping in the seats or snoring. no cell phones. In short, it should be like a really nice home theater but with first run movies and have some frills you can't get at home like service. I think the theater should have valet parking, nice comfy seats like you see in home theaters with cupholders. The seats should have power recline like these ones. Home Theater Seating, free popcorn in the theater, free soft drinks. Service for cocktails, beer or wine. No previews at all, assigned seating you book the seat you want. no sleeping in the seats or snoring. no cell phones. In short, it should be like a really nice home theater but with first run movies and have some frills you can’t get at home like service.

]]> By: nbakid2000 http://themovieblog.com/2008/04/what-would-it-take-to-get-you-to-see-a-35-movie#comment-130778 nbakid2000 Mon, 14 Apr 2008 16:06:34 +0000 http://www.themovieblog.com/2008/04/what-would-it-take-to-get-you-to-see-a-35-movie#comment-130778 Obviously that shit ain't gonna fly when there's a full theater and a blockbuster movie showing. That's why I don't DO that shit when there's a blockbuster and lots of people. Obviously that shit ain’t gonna fly when there’s a full theater and a blockbuster movie showing. That’s why I don’t DO that shit when there’s a blockbuster and lots of people.

]]> By: James http://themovieblog.com/2008/04/what-would-it-take-to-get-you-to-see-a-35-movie#comment-130764 James Mon, 14 Apr 2008 13:31:38 +0000 http://www.themovieblog.com/2008/04/what-would-it-take-to-get-you-to-see-a-35-movie#comment-130764 Marisa... I assume that they have the meals and drinks served before the movie starts? I am wondering how they are able to serve drinks and meals while the movie is playing without causing a distraction.... Marisa…

I assume that they have the meals and drinks served before the movie starts?

I am wondering how they are able to serve drinks and meals while the movie is playing without causing a distraction….

]]> By: Marisa http://themovieblog.com/2008/04/what-would-it-take-to-get-you-to-see-a-35-movie#comment-130762 Marisa Mon, 14 Apr 2008 12:35:28 +0000 http://www.themovieblog.com/2008/04/what-would-it-take-to-get-you-to-see-a-35-movie#comment-130762 In Framingham, MA, they have a theatre like this. They charge about 12 dollars for matinee and i believe 18-20 for night showing. It includes soda and popcorn. You can order meals and alcohol. The bathroom is very close to the room and it is 21+. Seats are very comfy and they have some booths on the side. It's actually a wonderful experience (I saw both Pirates of the Carribean movies of the past couple years because of it). So I don't think I would pay 35 dollars, especially since there are similar theatres where I live now (Orlando, FL -- the enzian and the aloma grill) that also charge less and offer the same. So, it's not a new experience. In Framingham, MA, they have a theatre like this. They charge about 12 dollars for matinee and i believe 18-20 for night showing. It includes soda and popcorn. You can order meals and alcohol. The bathroom is very close to the room and it is 21+. Seats are very comfy and they have some booths on the side. It’s actually a wonderful experience (I saw both Pirates of the Carribean movies of the past couple years because of it). So I don’t think I would pay 35 dollars, especially since there are similar theatres where I live now (Orlando, FL — the enzian and the aloma grill) that also charge less and offer the same. So, it’s not a new experience.

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