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We went to see the new Bond movie on Sunday - Quantum of Solace. I must say, Daniel Craig is by far my favorite Bond - not only does he have that ruggedly handsome look, but he's an excellent actor. However ... this is not a movie review (good thing because the 20 minutes I fell asleep during a critical part of the movie might impact my understanding of the plot), but rather a movie manners review. You know me and manners, and when I'm spending $32.00 in admission for my family of 4, I get a little picky about the company I keep.
First and foremost, the movie theater is not your living room. It is a public place where you should be aware and considerate of others. But since that general statement seems to need further definition, let me add a few more pointers.
First and foremost, the movie theater is not your living room. It is a public place where you should be aware and considerate of others. But since that general statement seems to need further definition, let me add a few more pointers.
There is a reason they print starting times for movies - so that you won't be late. I don't mind if you disrupt the previews, but at least find your seat before the movie starts, especially if you were standing in line in front of me at the concession area.
If I am looking for a center seat, and you are in the isle seat, either stand or swing your knees in the direction I'm heading so that I can get by. I really don't want my ass in your face any longer than you want it in your face.
Your sideways ball cap? Take it off when you sit down. It really does distract from my view of the movie screen. And Mohawk man? The back row is probably the best place for you since your hair extends 6" above your head and is directly in my line of sight.
You know that little message they play during the previews? The one that asks you to turn your cell phone off? They mean off, not just on vibrate (unless you are a neurosurgeon on call). You see, the blue light that emits from your cell phone screen while you text throughout the entire movie is just as annoying as hearing your Womanizer ring tone!
Please - for the love of good movies - don't talk! I paid $8.00 for 90 minutes of the oration of my choosing, I really don't want to hear your interpretation of the movie. You are not a film critic.
Children. If they are not in elementary school, they have no business in a movie that doesn't carry a "G" rating. Allowing them to run up and down the aisles is not an appropriate remediation for their boredom. And you soccer moms? The ones who drop off your tween kids at the theater so that you can go to the mall alone? Stop it! Little Johnny is really a pain in the ass when left on his own and although I will parent him in a public place, I shouldn't have to!
We have wireless internet, but manufactures can't seem to make silent food packaging for movie theaters. Until that technology becomes available, please open noisy packages quickly and refrain from jiggling your soft drinks and popcorn containers. Oh! And chewing with your mouth closed is expected - even in the theater.
Recovering from bronchitis? Ricola is really not the answer to your coughing fit. A move to the lobby until you can stop coughing is a much better solution!
If I am looking for a center seat, and you are in the isle seat, either stand or swing your knees in the direction I'm heading so that I can get by. I really don't want my ass in your face any longer than you want it in your face.
Your sideways ball cap? Take it off when you sit down. It really does distract from my view of the movie screen. And Mohawk man? The back row is probably the best place for you since your hair extends 6" above your head and is directly in my line of sight.
You know that little message they play during the previews? The one that asks you to turn your cell phone off? They mean off, not just on vibrate (unless you are a neurosurgeon on call). You see, the blue light that emits from your cell phone screen while you text throughout the entire movie is just as annoying as hearing your Womanizer ring tone!
Please - for the love of good movies - don't talk! I paid $8.00 for 90 minutes of the oration of my choosing, I really don't want to hear your interpretation of the movie. You are not a film critic.
Children. If they are not in elementary school, they have no business in a movie that doesn't carry a "G" rating. Allowing them to run up and down the aisles is not an appropriate remediation for their boredom. And you soccer moms? The ones who drop off your tween kids at the theater so that you can go to the mall alone? Stop it! Little Johnny is really a pain in the ass when left on his own and although I will parent him in a public place, I shouldn't have to!
We have wireless internet, but manufactures can't seem to make silent food packaging for movie theaters. Until that technology becomes available, please open noisy packages quickly and refrain from jiggling your soft drinks and popcorn containers. Oh! And chewing with your mouth closed is expected - even in the theater.
Recovering from bronchitis? Ricola is really not the answer to your coughing fit. A move to the lobby until you can stop coughing is a much better solution!
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