Then you just must not pay very much attention. They have only been doing the commercials before movies for about the last 4-5 years. Before that the only commercials where the slides that went on before the previews started.
that's a subjective call. There are some movies that are much more enjoyable on the big screen. Keep in mind I'm talking about if you get the perfect movie experience... no children, no cell phones, and no stupid people who don't pick up after themselves.
For the past few times, really only had problems w/ the last item. Granted I've only been to the theaters about 3-4 times this year.
pontifex
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i haven't been to a theater since the 1st lord of the rings movie came out and the only reason i went then was because some friends wanted to go. before that it was probably whent he 1st matrix movie came out. i actually went to see it 3 times at the theater.
cKGunslinger
Lifer
- Nov 29, 1999
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Yeah, I prefer to go to Studio Movie Grill (sounds like the same thing) for social movies. I took the wife to Clerks II a few weeks ago. Arrive, buy a ticket (~$8, I think), sit at the bar and have a few drinks, they call your movie, you walk in (didn't even have to show them the ticket), grab one of those flashy-LED things, and pick a table (many are built for 2). This is about 5-10 mins before the movie starts. Waiters come by and take you orders. Movie starts - no commercials, just previews (Snakes on a Plane - entire audience yells "Mutha-fvcking snakes on a mutha-fvcking plane!"). A few minutes later, waiters semi-quietly bring you your orders. Use the flashy LED if you need to get their attention for anything else. 20 minutes before the movie ends, they come around with a "last-call" for drinks and orders. They leave a bill, you pay after the movie. Go home. Have the sex0rs.
Not a bad deal - you just don't want to go for "plot-intensive" movie, as the hustle of the waiters, etc could be somewhat distracting.
We'll definitely go see SoaP there.
destrekor
Lifer
- Nov 18, 2005
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i have one thing to say since i work at a movie theater:
if you show up early, that's your fault. show up on time and all you get is previews and the movie. early gets commercials, really early get the slide advertisements.
if it wasn't for free movie passes, I probably wouldn't go either. the ticket prices are high, and the food is expensive as all hell.
by the way, is it a national amusements theater, an AMC theater, or something else? I have never been to anything other than the National Amusement theaters in my town, so no clue how AMC operates their theaters.
if you show up early, that's your fault. show up on time and all you get is previews and the movie. early gets commercials, really early get the slide advertisements.
if it wasn't for free movie passes, I probably wouldn't go either. the ticket prices are high, and the food is expensive as all hell.
by the way, is it a national amusements theater, an AMC theater, or something else? I have never been to anything other than the National Amusement theaters in my town, so no clue how AMC operates their theaters.
With movies being released on DVD after a couple months, 60" HDTV's, 7.1 Surround Sound HTs... is there even a need to go to the movies anymore?
Commercials are a brand new invention at movies. At most you had a quick spot for whatever candy or drink was offered at the concession stand, then a couple previews for coming attractions. That was it. 2-5 minutes, tops.
cKGunslinger
Lifer
- Nov 29, 1999
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Add to that the ability to order anything and everything, including a bride, via the internet, you might as well ask the question, "Is there even a need to leave the house anymore."
Just because you can do things at home, does not necessarily invalidate all reasons to do them elsewhere. I mean, I can polish the one-eyed gopher at home, too - but sometimes it's nice to get out of the house and do it in the restroom of a Wendy's once in a while. You know - atmosphere and all.
Create your own atmosphere! Ask family members to redeem tickets before entering your HT room, watch a few commercials before loading up the DVD Player, wear an usher uniform and tell grandma to STFU while the movie is playing!
K1052
Elite Member
- Aug 21, 2003
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Budgeting revenue for the movie industry (both the exhibition and distribution sides) is like throwing fvcking darts at a dartboard. You have a very vague range of revenue (based on past performance) to expect, though it could always be markedly better or worse than what you estimate depending on the quality/public interest of the product or just pure luck.
If you know a way to accurately (within a few million) and reliably predict the revenues of a theatre chain please stop by my work. Our CEO (with almost 40 years of experience in the industry), CFO, bankers, and equity partner would like to have a little chat with you.
I hate the anti-piracy messages more than the commercials. I've already paid for the movie! Talk about the worst placement.
QFT
Those, and the commercials that lie and say that marijuana funds terrorists are the most annoying ones.
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