[Zen888]

I just got home from watching "The Women" movie. I'd give it 3 stars out of 5 stars.

Now......

I am upset because I had to sit near two girls that were talking throughout the movie. I tried my best to tune them out but I couldn't.

Why do some ppl treat movie theatres like their home theatres and carry on conversations during the movie? When did basic manners go out of style? Grrr!

Zen888

[MyBestKids2]

HI Zen888

I'm glad the movie was good, its a shame some people are so disrespectful of others. I always tend to sit in the very front or very back where the rest of the crowd avoids those seats.


Dee

I know how you feel, I've been in movies like that before.
Thankfuly, I usualy just move to the other side of the theatre.
(Sadly though, the sound carries to well that I can still hear them whispering and giggleing, but it was only 1/2 as annoying)

[Timgt5]

Manners in general are a lost art. Unfortuantley our culture is becoming more and more self-centered and people no longer seem to be considerate of others.

[AAAAA]

Oh, if there's a talker in the room they're going to sit right behind me! When we went to see ice age with the kids there was a tech difficulty so movie was a half hour late. The theater was packed so there was no option of moving. The people behind me thought that it was ok for their 8 year old kid to run wild in theater. He had the back of my seat and was jumping up and down on his chair like a monkey. Step father told boy to settle down, mother said "what do they expect, it's a kids movie." I turned and said "I expect my children to behave. That seat is not a trampeline and I am not his handle bar."

And what part of: Silence all cell phones. Is difficult to understand?

[nonightowl]

Originally Posted by AAAAA

Oh, if there's a talker in the room they're going to sit right behind me! When we went to see ice age with the kids there was a tech difficulty so movie was a half hour late. The theater was packed so there was no option of moving. The people behind me thought that it was ok for their 8 year old kid to run wild in theater. He had the back of my seat and was jumping up and down on his chair like a monkey. Step father told boy to settle down, mother said "what do they expect, it's a kids movie." I turned and said "I expect my children to behave. That seat is not a trampeline and I am not his handle bar."

And what part of: Silence all cell phones. Is difficult to understand?

Originally Posted by Timgt5

Manners in general are a lost art. Unfortuantley our culture is becoming more and more self-centered and people no longer seem to be considerate of others.

Finally I see how this multi-quote thing works. LOL

I agree with both you guys. I haven't been to a movie theater in years! Because of the rudeness of my fellow patrons, I can't enjoy the movie. They act like they're in their own living rooms.

TURN OFF YOUR PHONE. SILENCE YOUR KIDS. DON'T LET THEM KICK THE BACK OF MY CHAIR. Ughh!! And don't get me started in cell phones! LOL People have no discretion or courtesy AT ALL with those phones.

Because of the above scenarios, unless it's a movie that's really more effective on a big screen, I wait for it to come out on DVD or cable. And, if I do want to see it on a big screen, I wait for the crowds to "thin out". I never go when a movie is just released. Packed, noisy theater!

Unfortunately, I waited too long to see "The X-files" and now I have to wait for it to come out soon. I didn't know popularity would drop that fast.

Parents don't watch their kids anymore. My parents never let me run or scream in public or bother strangers at all. Now, they just let them run wild. Makes me cringe to think what kind of self-centered adults they will grow up to be. Like we don't have enough of THOSE.

[RozG]

Originally Posted by Zen888

I just got home from watching "The Women" movie. I'd give it 3 stars out of 5 stars.

Now......

I am upset because I had to sit near two girls that were talking throughout the movie. I tried my best to tune them out but I couldn't.

Why do some ppl treat movie theatres like their home theatres and carry on conversations during the movie? When did basic manners go out of style? Grrr!

Zen888

This is why i always sit in the back row. That plus obvious advantages LOL

Isn't it odd?

I know when I was a kid if you weren't behaving my parents would take me out of the theatre or wherever we were (the double whammy of not doing what you were looking forward to AND public humiliation!) and then childe us. And truth be told, I am still a kid, I was only 8 only nine years ago (in the scheme of things that's pretty recent) Why on Earth would you go out and let your kids run wild and not only make you look like a fool but also not teach them what is acceptable behavior in public?

The area I live in is still pretty conservative and courteous in public places though, so it's not as bad as some people here have posted. The worst we get are those annoying teenage mall rats who just feel the need to be incedibly obnoxious.

[nightbird]

how true!

I remember when the movie 'ushers' would silence people who were too rude, and you definitely stayed in your seat - no running allowed - was policy, and crying kids left the showing room too with their parents.

There also was a 'matron' who watched out for the bathrooms, keeping them clean, and protecting children also, especially on Saturday matinees.

The ushers stood in the back of the aisles and had flashlights in their hands. You clowned around, they were right there at the end of the aisle to ask you to stop disrupting.

If you dropped something and couldn't find it in the dark, they were right there too.

I don't think the theatres were as tightly confined as they are now, in many malls, etc., where they squeeze you in like sardines.

I remember some beautiful theaters, with balconies, etc., back in the good old days. Teens liked those seats ALOT!

I think the only way to resolve this problem with cell phones and disruptive people is to expect the movie house to use 'ushers' who do their job and keep the viewing rooms 'hushed' and if they don't, we could complain more to the management.

They used to give you your money back too, in the olden days, lol.

It's all about money today - these theaters have either feast or famine, depending on the movie, and with the video sales, lots of people would rather wait for a new release and don't necessarily go to the movies as a night out anymore .. it cost alot for families to go, and there is no way of knowing if you can enjoy it in peace.

wanting more peace for all movie goers,
night

This doesn't really have anything to do with movie theater manners, but on that note of Tim's post about manners in general are at a lost in today's world. Cell phone etiquette is long gone, and that's the thing that bothers me the worst. People use them like toys, I thought they were just for use in case of emergency. Who do they need to be in touch with every minute of the day? On another note, i have to eat in the same cafeteria as my other employees, and they leave it a mess, not caring that others have to eat in there. It's disgusting, with trash cans there, how lazy can one be to throw out their trash, clean up after themselves. I could go on and on, but this is just my opinion on this topic. Sorry, just had to vent.

Deborah

[gardenergirl]

Originally Posted by nightbird

how true!

The ushers stood in the back of the aisles and had flashlights in their hands. You clowned around, they were right there at the end of the aisle to ask you to stop disrupting.

Yep. I actually got tossed from "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" when I was about 20. Even a movie when "bad behavior" is sort of the norm, the ushers were active then.

I usually wait for DVD, too, unless the effects are worthwhile to see on a big screen. I have trouble with the volume of the movie, though. It's just too loud for me, and the whole experience is usually overstimulating anymore, sigh.

gg

[AAAAA]

Originally Posted by Kaika

Isn't it odd?

I know when I was a kid if you weren't behaving my parents would take me out of the theatre or wherever we were (the double whammy of not doing what you were looking forward to AND public humiliation!) and then childe us.

We had the same policy with our kids, and it only took one time to make them see that we were serious. I made an error in judgement when our daughter was almost three.

We lived out west and took the kids to the drive in (miss drive ins ) and since she was so well behaved there when a childs movie came out I thought she would be able to handle sitting in the theater. It was late, she was tired and before the previews were even over she started crying. I took her out immediately, hubby stayed with our older child. I did not scold her, she was a child and tired. I waited quite a bit before trying again; not as a punishment, just making sure she was mature enough to handle the situation. The next time was a matinee so she was fed and rested. She behaved beautifully.

[mel4]

Originally Posted by Zen888

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Why do some ppl treat movie theatres like their home theatres and carry on conversations during the movie? When did basic manners go out of style? Grrr!

Zen888

Entitlement. I'm betting those girls just went with the fact that they paid the same 10-odd dollars as you did, therefore, they believe that they're entitled to spend their time in the theater as they wish. Shame.

[(JD)]

Ouch. Red font is bright here isn't it?

Thanks for the critics review I will see it.

I have the Manager's phone number on my cell, so if I don't go out and complain (they always send someone in, hidden to see for themselves and then talk to the culprits) I call the manager from the theater itself and complain! You can go into a different movie or receive a token for another day, if you wish, but you do have to ask management for it.
I guess those girls' lives is all about them, and not about anyone else?
TC!

[nonightowl]

Originally Posted by AAAAA

We had the same policy with our kids, and it only took one time to make them see that we were serious. I made an error in judgement when our daughter was almost three.

We lived out west and took the kids to the drive in (miss drive ins ) and since she was so well behaved there when a childs movie came out I thought she would be able to handle sitting in the theater. It was late, she was tired and before the previews were even over she started crying. I took her out immediately, hubby stayed with our older child. I did not scold her, she was a child and tired. I waited quite a bit before trying again; not as a punishment, just making sure she was mature enough to handle the situation. The next time was a matinee so she was fed and rested. She behaved beautifully.

I miss drive in's too! As a kid, we had our own PRIVATE space in which to watch the movie. We brought our own food, and there was no cell phone conversation behind me, no screaming kids (not even US kids, LOL), no dirty seats, etc. Sound quality wasn't too good I guess. But I miss them, I really do.

[nonightowl]

Originally Posted by Deborah35

This doesn't really have anything to do with movie theater manners, but on that note of Tim's post about manners in general are at a lost in today's world. Cell phone etiquette is long gone, and that's the thing that bothers me the worst. People use them like toys, I thought they were just for use in case of emergency. Who do they need to be in touch with every minute of the day? On another note, i have to eat in the same cafeteria as my other employees, and they leave it a mess, not caring that others have to eat in there. It's disgusting, with trash cans there, how lazy can one be to throw out their trash, clean up after themselves. I could go on and on, but this is just my opinion on this topic. Sorry, just had to vent.

Deborah

I agree with the phone comment. It doesn't help that manufacturers are MAKING them more and more like toys. They do everything except make you dinner. I got one for you..How about talking on the phone while in the BATHROOM? At the gym, I've heard women talking on the phone while in the STALL. WHAT is so important that it can't wait until you're done with THAT?????

Cell phones are not as reliable/private as landlines, even in emergency! I got mine only for that, or if I'm running late for a doctor's appointment or something cause of traffic. It's convenient, but it's not necessary. I lived without one for years. Decided to get one in case I need a PHONE at that moment...not a video player or music player! People don't get it....they are in their own world these days when it comes to manners...cell phone or not!

I love that icon...finally got to use it!