Behavior in cinema

Daveysil15 · 28-07-2013 06:29PM

I prefer to rent a DVD myself, but whenever I do go to the cinema I always go early when there are less people there.

mad muffin · 28-07-2013 06:29PM

Pang wrote: »

For some reason, I always seem to end up seated near to someone who brings their own sandwiches to the film. The smell can be sickening and also the accompanying noises of someone chewing with their mouth open. It never seems to be a plain ham and cheese either. Often something funky.

Sandwiches at the cinema?

:eek:

What kind of peasant cinema do you frequent?

Pang · 28-07-2013 06:31PM

mad muffin wrote: »

Sandwiches at the cinema? :eek:

What kind of peasant cinema do you frequent?

Cineworld on Parnell Street!!

mad muffin · 28-07-2013 06:33PM

Pang wrote: »

Cineworld on Parnell Street!!

Wow. And I thought Port Laois was bad...

Pang · 28-07-2013 06:37PM

I once saw someone eating something with chopsticks. Luckily there wasn't a smell. :P

You just never know what you're going to get when you go to the cinema.

I have seen dodgier things at early showings.

crazygeryy · 28-07-2013 06:37PM

Daveysil15 wrote: »

I prefer to rent a DVD myself, but whenever I do go to the cinema I always go early when there are less people there.

do you wear a trench coat when you go?

just kidding!

i do the exact same. i never go the first weekend the movie opens.

COYW · 28-07-2013 06:38PM

KTRIC wrote: »

The best cinema experiences I've had were in the UK, now they Brits know how to watch a movie in peace, it was an absolute pleasure

Have to agree. I gave up going here a few years ago as it wasn't worth the hassle. I still go when I am in the UK though, the peace and quiet is fantastic. Been to the cinema in London, Birmingham & Belfast recently and it was lovely.

UCDVet · 28-07-2013 06:45PM

I find that I generally don't like being around strangers. In a room with 100 people, even if we all agree that the vast majority, 90% of us are decent, respectful, types who will enjoy a movie in quiet - that still leaves 10 people who are going to be loud, talk, check their texts, whatever.

Then, you've got the 90 people who each has a tiny chance of accidentally causing a problem. We've all swallowed something wrong and had a coughing fit for 5 minutes, or had the sudden urge to sneeze 2-3 times, or unexpectedly had to get up to use the toilet. And children? Even the best of them are going to have a 'bad' day. Little Laim is normally well behaved and enjoys a good movie - but for some reason, he's not happy today and 20 minutes in, he's going to start being a bother. And after 4-5 'SHHHHHHHs!' from Mum, maybe she'll take him out to quiet him down - a nice, respectful gesture....but all in all, it's still creating a scene.

Throw in the price of tickets - (which in many theaters reward single parents for bringing multiple children...but that's another issue entirely...) around me, it'd be 20 euro for myself and a date. Two drinks and popcorn bring that up to 30 or more.

For the same price - I can have a Blu-Ray of the movie delivered to my door. Granted, it'll be a few months later....but it's all the same to me.

For me - it's an easy choice. I'll stay home, save money, enjoy more comfortable seating/better food and not have to deal with anyone else who might have different feelings on what is appropriate movie theater behavior.

From what I understand - this is becoming a big problem. Fewer people are going to the movies anymore - http://www.independent.ie/business/irish/irish-cinemagoers-stay-away-with-1m-fewer-trips-to-the-boxoffice-last-year-29259816.html

Say Your Number · 28-07-2013 09:39PM

If I want to see a film in the cinema I usually wait till it's out a few weeks before going to see it, when there would be less people there for fear of some selfish d1ckhead being disruptive and ruining the film for me.
I went to see Pilgrim Hill a few months ago and I was the only one there and it was brilliant, although I thought it was a pity more people didn't go see a powerful, thought provoking film ahead of some mindless dross that usually draws a huge crowd.

losthorizon · 28-07-2013 09:56PM

Again I agree with the point above. But, guess what? pilgrim Hill didn't come to my cinema either. I make a point of noting down what fillms I want to see at the flicks - 95% dont turn up.

Smeggy · 28-07-2013 09:58PM

If someone consistently kicks my seat during a movie I get up and go sit in the seat behind them and kick theirs*

*in my head

losthorizon · 28-07-2013 10:01PM

Smeggy wrote: »

If someone consistently kicks my seat during a movie I get up and go sit in the seat behind them and kick theirs*

*in my head

I actually will tell someone to shut up during a movie.

ABajaninCork · 28-07-2013 10:05PM

Our local cinema is a dive. Filthy, smelly, sticky floors and rubbish strewn all over the place. I wonder if the bloody place is ever cleaned. Not to mention hideously overpriced.

So no. I don't go to the cinema any more. I can watch films on DVD or over the 'net, ta. And I can pause the film for a fag break too.

Win, win...:pac:

losthorizon · 28-07-2013 10:21PM

well the chances of getting israeli films are nil. I wanted to see that animated tank film set in Lebanon but no go

goose2005 · 28-07-2013 10:33PM

don't go to films likely to attract a "rough element". You'd be surprised how few people kick your seat or play music on their phones during a 4-hour black-and-white Lithuanian drama about a blind gypsy prostitute

MadsL · 28-07-2013 10:44PM

photofinish wrote: »

Why is this service not offered in American cinemas?

You have to arrange through craigslist first...

Stinicker wrote: »

Going to the Cinema in America is hilarious, the laughter is almost contagious and there is nearly always a wise guy who will argue with the cinema and answer back the characters on screen!

RachaelVO wrote: »

Agree, love when they stand up and clap when the movie is over, fecking hilarious!

Wtf? What cinemas are you going to? American cinemas are now really quiet, they even have an app that encourages you to turn your phone off and sends your phone 'dreams' whilst it is off.

losthorizon wrote: »

I actually will tell someone to shut up during a movie.

You are supposed to. If everyone could just follow this example please.

I find the following couple of sentences helpful.

"I am sorry, you appear to have mistaken this for your living room, this is a cinema. No-one else cares what you think about the film, could you be quiet."

Wacker The Attacker · 28-07-2013 11:29PM

photofinish wrote: »

Going to a movie these days in any of the big complexes in Dublin is more stressful then it's worth.
People sitting in the row behind more times then not kick the seats and put their feet up on the seat.
People play with their phones rather then watch the movie everybody paid in to see.

Is a Blu Ray and some Microwave popcorn more enjoyable then a cinema visit?

Its a good job you weren't sitting near me when I was a teenager.

I usually spent half the film trying to finger the girl I accompanied there.

photofinish · 28-07-2013 11:30PM

Wacker The Attacker wrote: »

Its a good job you weren't sitting near me when I was a teenager.

I usually spent half the film trying to finger the girl I accompanied there.

And what were you doing for the other half?

Wacker The Attacker · 28-07-2013 11:38PM

photofinish wrote: »

And what were you doing for the other half?

Receiving (all going well)

Mr. G · 28-07-2013 11:41PM

Sometimes I just prefer renting a movie off itunes or whatever and watching it without being disturbed. The last time I was out one night there was people constanting shuffling, talking and just pissing me off. It can be hit and miss. Whereas ,You don't have to go anywhere and it only takes a few minutes. That with pizza or pop corn

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I know watching a movie on the big screen (and the popcorn) is always better, but sometimes when you just feel like not going out; its a cheaper and easier option.

Thwip! · 29-07-2013 02:38PM

Wacker The Attacker wrote: »

Receiving (all going well)

Given the username :pac:

VinLieger · 29-07-2013 03:10PM

Streaming and torrenting needs to be added as options :P guessing far more do those these days than either of the 2 options available

MJ23 · 29-07-2013 03:34PM

Daveysil15 wrote: »

I prefer to rent a DVD myself, but whenever I do go to the cinema I always go early when there are less people there.

People still rent DVD's ?

JP85 · 29-07-2013 03:51PM

This is a tricky one cause i actually love going to the cinema especially when you can go and dont have a tool sitting behind you kicking your chair or somebody yapping away through the film.
Why do people go to the cinema to have a chat, go to a fcuking cafe or a bar!!
I do love getting popcorn in the cinema but sometimes when its quiet you get stale popcorn which can be quite annoying considering the mark up they have on it.
I also find when im at the cinema i am generally engrosed in the film as opposed to watching at home when i get easily distracted like checking the phone etc.

syklops · 29-07-2013 03:53PM

JP85 wrote: »

This is a tricky one cause i actually love going to the cinema especially when you can go and dont have a tool sitting behind you kicking your chair or somebody yapping away through the film.
Why do people go to the cinema to have a chat, go to a fcuking cafe or a bar!!
I do love getting popcorn in the cinema but sometimes when its quiet you get stale popcorn which can be quite annoying considering the mark up they have on it.
I also find when im at the cinema i am generally engrosed in the film as opposed to watching at home when i get easily distracted like checking the phone etc.

Even worse than slightly stale popcorn is the slightly scorched popcorn that looks ok, but one mouthful of which ruins your popcorn experience. God, I would murder some popcorn now.

JP85 · 29-07-2013 03:57PM

syklops wrote: »

Even worse than slightly stale popcorn is the slightly scorched popcorn that looks ok, but one mouthful of which ruins your popcorn experience. God, I would murder some popcorn now.

Yeah you cant beat the taste of freshly made popcorn in the cinema, i went to the cinema when i was in the states recently and they had freshly made popcorn and it was unreal, could have easily went back for a second bucket

Pretty Polly · 29-07-2013 04:03PM

I love going to the cinema, I think you can't beat the cinema experience and the big screen. I would go more only for the price. I also like the fact that I don't have to dress up, I can just go as I am.

Birneybau · 29-07-2013 04:04PM

Wacker The Attacker wrote: »

Its a good job you weren't sitting near me when I was a teenager.

I usually spent half the film trying to finger the girl I accompanied there.

photofinish wrote: »

And what were you doing for the other half?

Wacker The Attacker wrote: »

Receiving (all going well)

Being fingered?

Pretty Polly · 29-07-2013 04:06PM

syklops wrote: »

Even worse than slightly stale popcorn is the slightly scorched popcorn that looks ok, but one mouthful of which ruins your popcorn experience. God, I would murder some popcorn now.

You could always pop your own microwave popcorn at home, put it into a ziplock plastic bag and then put it in your handbag. I've never tried it myself but i've always been tempted to.

SEPT 23 1989 · 29-07-2013 04:11PM

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