Pet Peeves of the Movie Theater

pet peeves of the theater

Do I even have to list this out? When you are thrown in a large auditorium with strangers, after paying the same amount it costs to feed a family of 4 at Ruth Chris Steak House, there are bound to be issues.

Concession Cost– I learned a while back that the cost of a movie ticket isn’t the largest money maker for theaters. Apparently it’s the concession stand. That would be a huge reason your small, 64 ounce soda is $4.50. Below is my concession receipt. Now keep in mind I had a $5 coupon, the popcorn was free AND I had a free soda because of my birthday; yet my total was $17.10! $17.10!!

movie concession receipt

This should not cost this much. This literally forces one to smuggle snacks in and I make no apologies for doing so. Things I’ve smuggled include, but not limited to: a personal pizza, Starbucks, countless bottles of water and enough candy to bring Willy Wonka to his knees. I’ve even considered bringing popcorn but I’m a classy lady; and it has to end somewhere.

Unruly children– Though I love taking my sons to the movies, it’s often to an animated film. Animated films equal children and as we all know, many of those children are nightmares and should stay home. I blame the oblivious parent. By now, they are just a shell of a person and really can’t hear their kid whining about wanting a second helping of $5 cotton candy. That $5 cotton candy is 50% of the reason your kid is now bouncing off the walls. If you want to bring your kid(s) to the theater, fine. Just be prepared to excuse yourself or flat out leave the premises if they begin to act like a drunk, 10 beers into the night.

Tardiness– Unless you are going to the value theater to watch Hungers Games 1, DO NOT BE LATE!

“Well, the previews will take 20 minutes so if we show up 5 minutes after the movie starts, we will totally be fine.”

No, you won’t be fine because I will be shooting death looks at you when you walk in, tripping over everyone because you couldn’t get there on time. And don’t even be late with kids! There’s a reason why flights offer parents and children the opportunity to board first- because it’s a process getting kids situated! If we are going to be subjected to 20 minutes of B movie trailers, you are too.

To piggy back on this, don’t walk in 5 minutes before a highly anticipated movie starts, look around baffled, wondering why the only seats available are the 2 front rows.

“I can’t believe how filled the theater is! Honey, we’re 5 minutes early! Rogue 1 has been out for 4 days now!” 

Talking during the movie– Sweet Jesus. I’m having a tough time even beginning this section as I am getting pissed just thinking about it.  Normally this ties in with the issue above regarding unruly kids who’s volume begins at normal level, all the way through decibels only dogs can hear. Additionally, if I’m going to see Divergent or Hunger Games, there’s always the groups of teens who try to asshole-out their friends by yelling smart ass things or trying to cause trouble with whomever is sitting in front of them; even if it’s a 75 year old woman.

Sometimes I’m that person sitting in front of them they are harassing. I’m at the point, I’ll politely tell them to be quiet. The second time around, I’ll verbalize my request again, but with a glare in my eye. The third time, they’ll leave the movie upset, based on what I whispered to them. I am a patience person but to a point.

I’m sure I left something off and I’m going to kick myself for doing so. Am I just becoming a cranky old lady or are these justified? Let me know your thoughts. Have you come to accept that Kit Kats cost the same as a Fit Bit?

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