Monday, February 15, 2010

Movie-Going Etiquette

Going to the movies is fun. It's meant for everyone to enjoy. So, if you are going to the movies, here are a couple of tips to ensure a happy experience for all:

1. Get there early- if you want great seating arrive early. Don't come in at preview time and ask the couple who were there an hour prior to move down from there chosen seats to make room for you and your guest. That is RUDE. (and, by the way, you're blocking the previews so move along).

2. Pre-movie banter should be kept at a low volume- if you arrive early and are sitting within earshot of another couple, please do not discuss your bathroom activity! I know the movie is not playing but, for real, we don't want to hear that! (p.s. you should try Pepto chewables, portable and effective).

3. Don't smack the snacks- movie snacks are a favorite of a lot of movie-goers. As with anything you consume, do so with your mouth closed as you chew. (Jujubees are dangerous candies)

4. Use the potty before the movie starts- consider the previews your "last call" for a bathroom break...especially if you are in the middle of the row! (slow your roll on that Dr. Pepper buddy)

5. SSSSHHHHH!- every movie-goer should know this one by now...don't talk during the movie! This includes loud, boisterous laughing and yelling at the screen. (hey lady, was it really THAT funny when the guy's head was blown off!?!)

EXTRA TIP~ Everyone goes to the bathroom when a movie is let out. If you know you'll have to go too, look around for bathrooms outside of the theater before you go in. If you're at a mall theater, the restrooms will be easy to locate and MUCH less crowded after the movie :-)

Let's protect our happy place and all of us agree to follow these simple suggestions.

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