Would you rather immerse yourself in a pile of pillows and blankets with your friends while watching a film or doll up to view the big screen? The price, food and comfort level each alter between the two. Going out to the movies and staying at home to watch a flick have several differences. One of the main differences between the movie theater and staying at home is the price. Movie tickets can be expensive, and this is often one of the reasons why people stay home. Staying at home can save a large amount of money, because the temptations are not available like buying more snacks than necessary or buying a 3-D ticket which costs even more money. Families usually enjoy watching a movie at the theater together. If this family is large, the …show more content…
At home, there are no worries about talking strangers or the distractions of cell phone sounds and lights. Large crowds of people in one theater can also be difficult, because more likely than not there is someone always excusing themselves to use the restroom and distracting others from the movie. Even though movie theater seats usually provide maximum comfort, one has the opportunity to curl up on the couch with as many fuzzy blankets and plump pillows as he or she chooses. At the theater, it is common courtesy to be aware of surroundings and to try to avoid kicking seats, spilling food, or whispering too loudly. At home, the privacy eliminates these stresses and worries. Spending quality time with friends or family at home while viewing a movie is more intimate because there aren’t strangers surrounding you, and the movie can be paused to discuss any thoughts or opinions. If there are children present while watching the movie at a theater, they usually have one million questions to ask. It is usually hard to calm them down or answer any silly questions that they have. At home, the children can feel free to express themselves and be curious without distracting the public viewers because of the intimacy of family at home. Privacy is highly limited at the theater and it is difficult to release any emotions as freely as one would at home. One could laugh at the top of their lungs or begin sobbing with a box of tissues nearby, and no one would judge. In public, respect is mandatory. A person has to completely filter what he or she says or does because of the public. Lastly, while watching a movie at home, one has the ability to pause, rewind, or forward whenever needed. Overall, it depends on the person whether he or she prefers to adventure to the movie theater or enjoy the privacy at home. The movie theater or the living room setting are both great ways to watch a movie, but
Even though there is a great amount of audience participation, one really has to turn your attention to the actors in the movie. It takes a special kind of person to really understand the movie they are in.
Lehman, Peter and Luhr, William. Thinking About Movies: Watching, Questioning, Enjoying. 2nd ed. Oxford: Blackwell, 2003.
On Saturday July 29th, 2017, I was able to catch one of the funniest movies I’ve seen in a while, Girls Trip. I was able to view the movie with four of three of friends of mines at the Regal Moorestown Mall Stadium 12 & RPX, located in Moorestown, New Jersey. My experience started with the aromas of popcorn. I am one of those type who has to have popcorn with lots of butter while enjoying a movie. After I purchased my popcorn and bottled water I was ready to enjoy this night with my friends. However, I wasn’t the one who purchased the tickets so the seats choices where horrible. They were floor level, on the very far right and third row. Still trying to make the best out of it I reclined my see as far back as possible so my neck would bother me the during the movie. The theater was packed, mostly with women.
Movies are everywhere. They are a part of everyone’s life. Think about it, how many movies do you
I believe, that the best form of social interaction while watching a movie is to be part of an audience and its collective reactions. Simultaneous cheers and claps during a heroic act, whistles during corny one-liners or shrieks during a thrilling sequence accentuate the experience of watching a movie. This is what you miss when you watch a movie sitting at home. A lot of times, the kind of audience you watch a movie with can affect whether you enjoy it or hate
Movies have been one of the most popular pastimes for Americans for decades. They are the topics of conversation, a place for lovers to go on dates, and an industry that the general public seems to have a fascination for. However although we think of movies as another entertainment source, they were not always as socially accepted by the people. In 1904, Harry Davis opened the first freestanding moving-picture theater. Although he was met with much skepticism, his idea would have a lasting effect on America's culture. When they first opened, the people were not immediately accepting. Safety, cleanliness, and price were a few of the concerns the public had. After a few changes however, the "nickelodeons", as they were called, started booming. Flashing lights were put up wherever there was room on the façade of the buildings. Ventilation systems assured people that they were br...
During the 1920s and 30s seventy-five percent of all Americans are said to have gone to movie theatres at least once a week. This is because this was the time of the great depression (1930s) where unemployment reached high levels and money was infrequent. Thereby forcing Americans to take on a positiv...
It can be difficult to re-create the experience of going to the movie theater. However, home theaters and in-home entertainment has become more popular as online streaming has taken a precedence in the industry.
When we first got to the movie theater, it was around 4:20 in the afternoon. The movie didn’t start until 4:45 so we sat in the car for a few minutes. I noticed that were only a few other cars in the parking lot. When we walked up to the ticket booth there was a sign saying to buy our tickets at the concession stand so we proceeded to go inside. The lobby featured a game room to your right as you enter and a large concession stand. The tickets were at matinee price which is seven dollars. This is only two dollars cheaper than the regular price for admission. I decided not to buy any snacks due to being familiar with the cinema’s prices. One of my friends spent around twenty dollars on popcorn, a drink , and her ticket. There is a “manager special” at the theater that includes two large drinks...
A movie theater has its advantages and disadvantages. One advantage is that people can see the showing of different movies that have been newly released. The disadvantage is that, that is all there is to it and nothing more. At home, you can control the variety and ways to watch a movie. People buy many movies to watch at home and it can be anything at any time even at any place. The only bad thing about it is that they cannot see any of the newest released movies that recently came out in theaters. There are two types of ways people watch movies at their homes. One way is people already own DVDs or have bought many of them and start watching them in their DVD players. The other ways are streaming a movie through the internet. For this to happen, people would mainly buy the monthly subscriptions such as Netflix, Hulu, or Amazon Prime. Through this subscription people do not only watch movies in their homes but they also watch television shows. The only downside is there is a very limited number of movies added onto these
You sit down to watch a movie, and you're looking for a pleasant time, to be entertained. Out of all of the possibilities out there, which do you choose, horror, documentaries or comedies? Between horror, documentaries and comedy movies; comedy movies are the most entertaining genre, due to their purpose, appeal for everyone and option even for the family.
Many people go to the movies. The movies are an escape into a fantasy world. Everyone has a different preference on what kind of movie is the best. Romance, horror, action, and comedy are different types of movies. The kind of movie someone goes to see can give clues to what kind of person they are.
"Books and movies are like apple and oranges. They both are fruit, but taste completely different.” said Stephen King (goodreads.com). It is indeed true, books and movies have several common things and yet have differences. They both give us the same story, but are viewed completely different. Reading books and watching movies are similar as they both tell a story and give details and information about the story. Reading books or watching movies gives the reader and the viewer the same feeling and emotions about the story. People can feel gloomy or pleased with the story after reading a book or watching a movie. Both books and movies have the same general concepts, which are the themes and main characters of
The introduction of films began in the early era of 1920s and since then technology in many forms as such Televisions which featured documentary and made films more popular with in audiences, according to commentators it is said that film has become the most global and popular seen and followed form of culture. (Shiel, 2001; Urry & Larsen, 2011). Furthermore in late 1960s cinemas and theaters were popular among people also due to entertainment and transformation of different cultures, it has since then captured a large number of tourists. Today that trend has changed into television viewing, which is hence said it is the major leisure activity among people. In addition to that seeing films...
In a movie theater, there are experiences that some will not have while at home and watching Netflix, such as the enormous screen, comfortable movie theater seating, and the theater speakers. Netflix can be used in a causal way with friends, but the main purpose of watching a movie is enjoying the experiences one can get from the movie itself. While at the movie theaters, the environment is completely different, because everyone is supposed to be quiet or else they risk being thrown out. The experience does not compare to the feeling someone gets when that intense scene appears, and they get immersed into the atmosphere of the theater. Movie theaters have the opportunity to give someone an unforgettable experience unlike Netflix, because the ambiance is truly unique and unmatched by anyone’s living