Movie Theaters are the Last Bastion of Escapism

[@EyebrowCinema]

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[@RetroEste]

I felt very privileged when I was able to watch as many movies in theaters this year more than I have before. No matter if I was in a theater with over a hundred people or just by myself, I have had unique and pleasant experience each with unique movies. It’s definitely become a bias but sometimes the smallest scale movies give me the most effective spectacle. After this year, I will forever have love for the cinema.

[@EyebrowCinema]

I'm so happy to hear.

[@nathanmitchell958]

This is exactly how I feel as this year comes to close. I still got some stuff left to see before 2023 starts but man I’ve felt so lucky and especially after covid that I got to have so many great experiences at the theater this year. It sucks whenever I see people constantly arguing about the current state of cinema when I just go and see whatever kind of movie is out there. Whether that’s indie or blockbuster, I always manage to have a great time at the theater.

[@robertduluth8994]

As an ADHD viewer theaters are the best way to really force myself to pay attention to the director's and writer's intentions. Shout-out to regal for their cheap unlimited membership

[@BonnerDoemling]

As someone who worked in the same movie theater pre- and post-Covid, I can tell you that they’ll never be obsolete. Covid, streaming, video/DVD, and TV have all given them a run for their money and they may never be as popular as they once were, but they’re impossible to kill

[@EyebrowCinema]

I hope you're right.

[@beermarshal2070]

I like your optimism, but given that the closest large-ish city to me lost 2 of it's 5 multiplexes within the last year, I'm not feeling so positive myself. And it's a college town and not a poor one. But people just aren't going out to see movies, not enough anyway.

[@Schwift3D]

Not saying yer wrong, but there was that whole movie theater subscription plan that completely fell through. And the only reason they tried it was because the industry is declining... Can't really ignore that

[@beermarshal2070]

@@Schwift3D Nobody is arguing that the numbers aren't declining - they clearly are - the question is whether theaters will last at all. Big difference between a much smaller market, and none at all. And before the pandemic there really hadn't been a decline - in the US at least, theater attendance has been fairly steady at about 1.1-1.3 billion per year for the past couple of decades, right up through 2019. It was declining very slowly - obviously there's been pop growth, so the per capita numbers were trending down - but really there were reasons to believe that overall the market was still very strong for blockbusters, and that there was still a *little* room at least for other kinds of films. The pandemic has made all of that questionable. My own view is that all-ages and adolescent genre films, animation, and a few horror films are still likely to do well for the foreseeable future, but everything else is going to disappear from theaters almost entirely except in the very largest markets. If Steven Spielberg can make one of the best-reviewed films of the year, release it in prime awards season, and it flops entirely, the paradigm has shifted. Just 6 years ago Damien Chazelle put out a musical that grossed $150 million US and triple that worldwide; given the market today it's impossible to imagine his new film doing half as well, even a third as well. Nothing made for adults is making money anymore and that, unfortunately, seems irreversible at the moment.

[@BruhMoment-mn9kn]

I see your point, but I sincerely want those $20-$30/ticket theaters to die. Slowly and completely. I'd take 3 or more OTT subscriptions over some shit-cringe overpriced theater where the tickets cost so much and the snacks/parking/after movie dinner costs even more. I'd much rather invest in a home theater system than prop up such vapid bullshit.

[@MARDELROONEY]

i recently took my son to his first movie the other day (lyle lyle crocodile) and he had a wonderful time. i hope we're able to keep doing it for a long long time

[@EyebrowCinema]

I hope so too.

[@aquakid360]

Unfortunately, having to suffer “the public” will never make a movie theater worth it. The second a stranger rustles or reacts, it completely breaks my immersion.

[@nhlcbj]

5 years ago I was living in Chicago and got to see a 35mm print of Lawrence of Arabia, my first time seeing it. I was blown away, it made blu ray look like a home movie on an old phone. My dad got himself a 75 inch tv and I watch the 4k of that movie on it. It comes close but it still doesn’t suck you in and make you feel like you’re wandering the desert with Peter O’Toole

[@aussiefilmbro]

I got to see Casablanca and On the Waterfront on 35mm in Boston, it was literally a magical and almost spiritual experience, and I got them on bluray but similarly it doesn't suck you in all that much

[@CorbCorbin]

It’s definitely something I’ll invest in if I ever have enough money. A small theater, whether at home, or as a nonprofit for students, where I can watch anything I can get my hands on. 😆

[@Awesmediocrity]

The social contract of the theatre is honestly so amazing as well. Knowing you're immersing yourself alongside others, often complete strangers, is fun! Everyone tends to agree that you have to be polite as a moviegoer. We end up reacting more honestly, without thinking, in the theatre under this social contract. Those honest reactions can really help to enhance the experience. I can think of more times when an audience enhanced a movie when I went to the theatre rather than distract or ruin the movie experience. One such example was during Get Out. During a loud car crash, a patron dropped her m&ms all over the hard floor, scattering it across the floor. In the split second, the sound of spilling candies was startling, and the entire audience gasped at that. Upon realizing what had happened, in the few moments before sight returned to the screen, we all laughed, but then were immediately drawn back into the story, our moment of relief dissolved right away as we remember that our characters are still in danger. Another example I love and talk about a lot is when I watched Searching. There's a very specific twist that happens during the third act that flips everything that had happened so far on its head. It's just a simple image of a person on screen. And in that split second on that reveal, a woman a few rows in front of me whispered to herself her honest and immediate reaction: "That. BITCH." The very same reaction that so many of us in the theatre were also thinking. Sometimes those little moments an audience causes that pull you out are just a reminder of the power of cinema, a small token of the shared empathy of a group of strangers to what they're all seeing on screen. That's magical

[@EyebrowCinema]

Wonderful stories.

[@thetastyfish]

one thing you didn't mention that I love going to the theatre for is the audience reaction. The subtle squeal of someone nearby as tension rises on screen. The roar of laughter when a joke lands. I live for this stuff.

[@EyebrowCinema]

It's definitely magic when a movie can play to an audience like that.

[@BrickBardo9782]

Earlier this year, I ran a screening event at my college's movie theater that was dedicated to box office or critical flops -- movies like Year of the Dragon, Lifeforce, 1941, The Black Dahlia, The Lone Ranger, Sorcerer, Radioland Murders, etc. And they all, across the board, were incredible experiences in a theater, to the point where the few people who showed up for the screenings all enjoyed them! It was so wonderful to sit in a theater and not only see these films get a great treatment, but get great reactions from an audience. And this was purely because seeing them in a theater gave the movies the best possible look and sound they could have. Anyone who says the theatrical experience doesn't make a difference, or is worthless, or is "elitist," has no idea what they're talking about.

[@EyebrowCinema]

That sounds like an awesome series. Would have loved to attend that.

[@tvsonicserbia5140]

Lone Ranger is amazing aside from Depp and a few beats.

[@CorbCorbin]

It’s not just people who say it’s elitist. A good friend of mine just doesn’t like watching serious movies. He likes “popcorn flicks,” which occasionally crossover to being serious and/or dramatic, in ways he normally doesn’t like. He also didn’t like music that wasn’t fun, danceable, etc. He didn’t like lyrics that were sad, or disturbing. He doesn’t call people who like the smaller budget, dramatic movie in a theater, elitist, but he wants a rollercoaster experience in the theater.

[@Hack_The_Planet_]

The first decade of my life I lived less than a block away from my local theater, I could see it from my front door. It’s been 15 years or so since it closed. I dream about reviving it sometimes. I’ve only seen one film in a theater since Covid, I miss it.

[@EyebrowCinema]

The pandemic really put into perspective just how important theaters are for me.

[@CorbCorbin]

I think movie theaters are going to need to become multi media centers, with music performances and even other art installations, instead of just showing movies. One needs to know how to do publicity to the right audience, for something like an Alamo Drafthouse to be successful. The cheap theaters, with older movies, snd indie stuff, did very well, but they made most of their money on beer and food. Mostly beer actually.

[@CivilDefenceCanada]

A great video essay. A love letter to the theatre. I see it a bit differently. The death of the multiplex is not something I mourn, I rejoice with the rebirth of the single screen, independent theatre. This is where movies can and should be enjoyed. These places do a magnificent job of showing some smaller first run movies but also on more historic movies (such as Apocalypse Now) in the way they were meant to be seen. Again, I really enjoyed your honesty and longing for a place that is built for a single function - to watch movies. Greetings from Hamilton, Ont. :)

[@yeeeeehaaaaaw]

This year, I've seen more movies in theaters than the last 5 years combined. I used to go like once a year if I was lucky, but now that I have greater interest in cinema, and can haul myself to any movie without depending on what my parents wanted to watch, I find it a genuinely fun experience. Watching movies on the big screen, with the sound blasting and eating home smuggled popcorn made by my best friend, love her so much. Even if it's just me in the theater, it's the way I want to experience every movie if I could

[@1998Cebola]

One aspect I missed is, while not all cinemas offer it, theaters are where you can see movies on film. I have a local theater that solely uses analog projectors, and seeing movies like Ugetsu, Basic Instinct and Pink Flamingos, as well as some movies from the archive that do not exist in digital form is also a complete pleasure. I am given a once in a lifetime opportunity to see a movie that is 40-50 years old and only exists on this roll of film that is being projected (hopefully they do put in an effort to save this treasure in digital form though despite copyright limitations). Most of these small cinemas are also WAY cheaper than the mainstream alternatives showing current cinema, in the case above I am paying 100 bucks for a year membership with free access to 2-300 unique screenings, curated by some of the most knowledgeable movie nerds out there, and often accompanied by some sort of introduction. Also, no ads, movie starts the minute it is supposed to from complete silence in a dark room.

[@lukapitkanen3333]

Worst thing about streaming is the fact that they have different movies based on your location and some streaming platforms don’t even exist in some countries. I would love to have something like like Criterion Channel or have the full catalog of movies on Mubi, but unfortunately I don’t live in an area where that is available. Watching a specific movie through streaming is a frustrating hunt and I don’t really want to rely on piracy in order to see some films.

[@beermarshal2070]

Thank you for this video. Yours is not the first bemoaning the eroding of the cinema experience over the last few years but it's one of the better ones. I'm 57, and the defining moment in my adolescence was probably seeing Star Wars on the big screen at 11. I saw it several times - it was the first movie I saw more than once in a theater, but it was far from the last. It made me fall in love with movies. When I went away to college in 1983 to Chicago, a much vaster world of film opened up to me - slowly, as I didn't get really serious about it until 1988 or so. From that year until I moved to a small town elsewhere in 2000, I'm fairly sure I saw at least 100 films every year in a theater - and much of that time I worked in video stores. One year I broke 300 films seen, my personal best. Since 2000 and especially since 2013 when I moved to a city with very little to offer movie-wise, my viewings are much more often home viewings. But I still make the effort to go out - the best home viewing experience still doesn't come close to me to seeing something in a theater, for many of the reasons you cite. Nearly all of my favorite few films are ones I saw on the big screen, many of them multiple times, including my current favorite, a little 2016 musical that won Best Picture for about a minute, which I saw 12 times. The last time it was introduced by it's writer-director, and showed in 35mm, and that might be the best moviegoing experience in my life. Nothing watched streaming or on BD on a 40 or 60 or even 120" screen at home can match seeing a perfect print (with even better sound than picture, frankly) in a packed auditorium with an audience that is totally enthusiastic and yet able to stay quiet throughout (well, except for the funny parts). The communal experience - the whole notion of community itself - is decaying as we all sit in our homes and sit in bars or restaurants or on seats in trains, on our phones, ignoring the rest of the world. We need movie theaters more than ever.

[@EyebrowCinema]

Really appreciate you tracing it your historyof theater going.

[@SnapperChannel]

One of my favorite things to happen this year is getting a job at Regal (which come a few days at the time I’m writing will be returning for winter break). While it has its downs with audience being pretty annoying sometimes but I love seeing new movies in the theaters so it was almost a dream job. Now I’ve been guilty of not seeing a mid budget movie during its theatrical run and waiting until streaming (recently with Banshees of Insherin, which is now my favorite movie of 2022) but I take into account circumstances as school is often busy. Obviously movie theaters is often a privilege that not everyone can have the chance to go often. But it’s sad to see the film industry and even filmmakers such as the Russos (whose Marvel films have made huge bank at the box office mind you) turn their back on theaters. Seeing movies such as Fabelmans, EEATO, Glass Onion, Top Gun Maverick, Nope and even re releases of Jaws and Avatar reminded me why I love the theatrical experience. Great video to end the year off on Dan. Here’s to more videos in 2023

[@EyebrowCinema]

Cheers, Matt. And for sure, on a practical level, no one can make time for every movie they want to see in the theaters. Life gets in the way. Even professional film critics take vacations. Also glad you're a fellow Banshees fan. I also love that movie.

[@samuelbarber6177]

The thing is, we’ve been through this before. Back when television was developing a prominence, there was a genuine concern among Hollywood execs for the film industry. The difference now is Hollywood businessmen don’t care this time. They get the money whether people see it in theatres or streaming. It doesn’t matter to them whether their film is appreciated by any means. My New Year’s resolution, I guess, is to take more chances seeing mid-budget movies next year (super psyched for The Fabelmans as it comes out in January over here), I also hope to see movies with less of a draw like big name actors or franchises. PS, what I find kinda funny now is that people are always complaining that there’s never anything good on, ‘It’s all Marvel films’ they say, Marvel has about three releases a year. If people were more willing to take chances on seeing films like She Said or The Menu… then I think we’d all be better for it.

[@bruna8778]

School was the exact reason I struggled to see so many movies in theaters (or movies in general for that matter). This past summer break i think I averaged going twice a week. It was so nice. And Jaws was one of the ones I got to catch in theaters- my first time ever watching it and I loved it!

[@kevins1426]

I went to see Banshees at an artist house theater, thinking it would be relatively empty. Little did I know, it was actually the most packed movie screening I've been to since before the pandemic. Granted, I didn't see Top Gun or any of the recent Marvel movies in the theater.

[@BugVlogs]

I recently saw the newest Evangelion movie in a theater, and let me tell you, watching the film with a bunch of other Evangelion fans around me was a much more interesting experience than just watching it by myself at home on Amazon Prime

[@CorbCorbin]

I often dream of when I saw Akira in a theater at 12 years old, then Ghost in the Machine, as a teenager, then Perfect Blue, Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away, in later years. The last anime, that came to the town I grew up in, was the Secret World of Arriety, in 2012. It’s sad.

[@reputablehype]

I think one of the major reasons watching a movie in a theatre is good is because there it is a shared experience. At our core, that's what humans love to do, do things in a group. Sure you can go on twitter or reddit and see what other people think of a movie but nothing beats sitting down with an audience and feeling the reaction in real time. It creates social evidence which can help you understand a movie better too. Much like comedy, that atmosphere can't be recreated in the living room (unless you have a theatre sized living room, in which case ignore this. )

[@greenbeans2]

In general everything is getting expensive for every day people. And more and more movies and entertainment feels like it's geared at those who have money. Support your local theater, find out when their cheap days are and go.

[@SenorCinema]

I actually prefer streaming because I like watching films with subtitles. most movies aren't offered with subtitles in the theaters. also, everyone else in the theatre ruins the movie going experience for me. between people using their phones during the movie or laughing/screaming loudly throughout, it ruins it for me

[@samuelbarber6177]

Personally, I’m someone who likes seeing a film or play with other people I don’t know. I feel like the prevalence of streaming is partly a symptom of people just not wanting to interact, but I found it important to share an experience like this. People still travel on Public Transport. People still go out to restaurants despite takeaways being quick, easy and cheap. Streaming compared to cinema, is like comparing ordering a Pizza to be delivered, to eating one in an authentic restaurant.

[@erikbihari3625]

Yeah. We might have plenty of options to entertain ourselves indoors, but like everything else it can get old sometimes really fast! I rarely go because my country(🇭🇺) wants to suck it's citizens dry, but still have fond memories going there, even if the movies weren't that good, like dracula untold,ice age collision course and so fourth.

[@JerryBanks572]

The Last Picture Show. Now I'm not quite that old but the town I grew up in, population 300, had a theater. It closed down when I was in grade school. The town 20 miles to the north, pop 400, kept their theater open for 10 more years. Another 20 miles north that small town had a drive in theater. I think it stayed open for a couple more years. Well you get the picture :). In the western united states almost every town had a theater and almost all of them have been closed for 30 years. I certainly agree with all your points. The theater experience is far superior to home viewing. But if there is a point to my rambling is that the closing of some theaters has happened before and wonderful movies were kept being made.

[@galleguillos6067]

I live in a small town which is about an hour and a half from the closest independent theatre and even then I'm trying my best to go as much as I can. Watching Iñárritu's Bardo on the big screen was an unique experience that wouldn't be the same at home on Netflix. Thanks for this celebration of the moviegoing experience.

[@EyebrowCinema]

And thank you for the kind words. I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@ZachCloss]

Hearing that idiotic Joe Russo comment dismantled so precisely, with evidence, was something I didn’t know I needed. Fantastic video.

[@sophiaisabelle027]

We appreciate all your effort and hard work. God bless you.

[@EyebrowCinema]

Thank you, Sophia. This one was definitely a labour of love.

[@kennethconnally4356]

Another point in favor of the theater is the different emotional experience of watching a film while being peripherally aware of other people's emotional responses to it (laughs, groans, cheers, gasps etc.). This can be especially powerful for comedies, horror movies, and thrillers.

[@EyebrowCinema]

For sure. I felt that at a screening of Dazed and Confused last summer. It was fun to so tangibly feel an audience just completely in toucb with the film.

[@ShaneRob93]

I love going to the movie theater, it's like a sanctuary, unfortunately times were tough this year and I've barely gone in the last 6 months (I've also gotten rid of all of my streaming service subscriptions at the same time). I used to have AMC A-List and I'd regularly use the 3 "free" films a week limit, hopefully I'll be in a position to get it again sometime next year because I truly miss it.

[@EyebrowCinema]

I hope things bounce back for you. Best of luck, man.

[@obara7366]

I was an international student in Canada for almost 6 years and now I'm a year into my study in Ireland. And through it all, I've always been an avid movie goer. In Canada I was younger, my late teens and early twenties. I hated going to the movie theatre alone because I had a lot of things I hadn't unpacked in therapy yet. In fact, the closest friends I made in college was BECAUSE if the theatre. We were the only people in class who lived in Scarborough and so we decided to see movies together as often as we could. As students in illustration hoping to get into animation, we tried to see what we could. The movie experience alo e is really intimate. You get to learn what makes each other cry, or laugh more than usual. The carpools home as you discuss the movie and the way the another people in the theatre reacted. Here in Ireland, there are 3 major theatre chains, and 2 of them have monthly membership deals. Omniplex has a €15 deal where you get to see each movie once as part of the deal, and then you pay regular price for repeat viewings. I'm an Odeon limitless member. At Odeon, limitless let's you see whatever as many times as you want for €17, and I've been doing it consistently since the 1st week of August if this year. I go there so much I'm on a firstname basis with most of the staff and 2 of the managers. They even make my milkshakes with extra ice cream. I go alone because I've learned that if you wait for friends, you might never see what you want. I'm in a new environment and my closest friends are back in Canada. Going to see a movie in the cinema is so wo derful because it gets you out if the house. I'm an animated person, so I always ask random people I saw the film with on their thoughts after the credits roll. The communal experience if a film is so good. Also, odeon is the only chain here that consistently shows fringe anime films and indie productions. I also have ADHD so I always get distracted no matter how good a film is. I also have severe 2nd hand embarrassment so I will pause a movie when things get too tense. I love that I can never pause a film in the cinema and forgo external distractions. With Limitless sometimes I see an average of 2-4 movies a week! I can get there in the morning and leave at night after 2 or maybe even 3 viewings. All in all, the theatre is precious to me and I hope it never goes anywhere. Thank you for this video.

[@EyebrowCinema]

I loved reading about what moviegoing in Ireland is like. I also like that you pointed out the intimacy of the theater. It's such a unique sensation.

[@obara7366]

@@EyebrowCinema Haha, you're welcome, and thank you for replying! I will say tho, from my experience, most people don't have a LImitless subscription because they don't care to go to the movies often. The average price without the subscription is €8.5 to €10. Most just go once or twice a month for the big franchise movies, and few others. The staff have said that few people come as often as I do. I love storytelling in all its forms and I really want to become a cinephile, so I see what I can.

[@jameswhitaker12]

I absolutely love the cinematic experience - feel very lucky and priviliged to live near the National Media Museum here in the UK that regularly shows new releases and older films - definitely improves my experience in a way that being at home wouldn't. I am aware that it isn't as easy for other people to get that thought; I'd love to try and make that experience as universal as possible!

[@kaizarcantu8240]

Though less spectacular than what's offered by theatre chains, I find publicly funded movie theatres quite the gift. They're considerably cheaper, and their movie selection tends to be a bit more interesting (arthouse fiction, documentaries, the ocassional commercial hit). The movie theatre experience is still worth it. Specially for smaller movies, or older movies.

[@docflights]

This video pretty accurately sums up my opinions on the theatrical experience. Great job

[@brutalboy1000]

It's not just phones. I live in an apartment in L.A. that is near both a fire station and a hospital. On top of that there has been an uptick in street racing and street takeovers. On a daily basis I have had the sound of helicopters, sirens, revving engines drown out what ever I was watching. I also live with another person who likes to talk. Lots of times I have to go to my room an watch my personal TV and even that's not a complete sanctuary for a viewing experience. My two favorite theaters are only walking distance from where I live and subject to the same outside distractions but, they are built to maximize the viewing experience.

[@EyebrowCinema]

Really good points here.

[@briancollins1296]

Imagine watching Top Gun: Maverick for the first time and it's on a fucking home TV that's a fraction the size of a theater screen. Sure it's still a good movie, and you'll still get that "WOOOOOO!" sensation whenever we're in the cockpit, but there's something unique about that experience being writ large, in a dark isolated environment with virtually zero distractions.

[@Swedsman]

If counting the cost of internet access towards streaming then it should also be fair to count the cost of transportation towards going to the cinema. Those costs are also affected more greatly by those living in rural areas. Speaking off, the rosey way you're describing the cinematic experience tells me you've mostly experienced cinema in a big city, is that correct? Not on a wooden chair in someones garage watching Windows media player on a projector from Best Buy. That's the cinematic experience for some people out in the boonies, I've experienced it first hand. Then yeah, I'd rather do that at home in bed. Also I get the impression this video is mostly from the perspective of watching a movie by yourself, as the dynamic can change drastically if you share a movie with someone else or with a group. Both of those scenarios I cans see both lean in favor for and against going to a cinema vs staying at home on the couch. Netflix and chill isn't very appreciated in public, unless in a very select types of cinemas...

[@elliot2331]

I've always loved the movie theatre, not only as the best way to be immersed in a film, but also as a nice sort of tradition or ritual with family. Especially with family who I don't see as much, but we would always go see a movie in theatres together.

[@erikbihari3625]

And can be the ultimate Trump card when it comes to dating!

[@qaraganda2885]

When the holidays come around and our family is finally in the same state for once we almost always have a day out at the movies. It's a fun tradition

[@blodgettshouseofinsanity]

Great video as always Daniel! I already watched it twice. My personal experience with the movie theater is kind of limited. I work so much that I don’t have much time to myself. It’s hard to find time to go to the theater. And also the films I’m into aren’t usually films at the theaters (older films, Golden age films) I have Shudder and Amazon, but I feel at times I’m throwing money away. I barely ever use them. I get like 90% of my movies from the library. I’m one of those people that has a hard time putting their phone down, it’s very addicting. I have ADHD and I find it hard sometimes to just sit still and watch films. I need something in my hands, something to play with, and unfortunately that usually becomes my phone. Recently I have been using theraputty. So I have something to squeeze while I try to concentrate. It’s better than going on my phone, but it’s still not ideal. But a funny thing happened recently. I actually got a chance to go to the theater. And I found I didn’t have the urge to have my hands doing something. Yes my thoughts still did wander a little bit from time to time. But I was more invested because there isn’t any real distractions. Something else I noticed. If I’m watching a film with a friend or family member at home, I feel pressure not to go on my phone. It seems rude and It makes it seem your not interested. Your video just reinforced what I have been thinking lately. How I need to made time to go to the theater. There truly is nothing like it!

[@EyebrowCinema]

Thank you for your kind words and thoughtful comment.

[@guyr3618]

"My theater experiences have almost always been pleasant" *Insert joke about Canadians being more polite than most people*

[@Geekritique]

This is an excellent video bro. Thank you for putting it together. It’s given me a lot to think about. Can’t wait to head over to the cinemas again.

[@EyebrowCinema]

Cheers, Dak. Much appreciated.

[@bruna8778]

I think what has bothered me recently has been movie buffs talking about their home theater and how it's much better than an actual theater. I don't have the privilege of having a home theater. I live with other people so it's rare that I get to watch whatever movie I want on the TV without distractions (people walking past and talking to me, my cat making noise, me thinking about snacks, me worrying about how loud the TV is or if there is anything inappropriate others can hear). I usually end up watching movies alone in my room on a laptop, but there are still distractions. Theater is a way for me to go into the movies and not think about a single thing. Not to mention, I love the feeling of watching a film with other people there are there for that very reason. I saw the first 2 godfathers three times steaming on our TV, but seeing them when they came to the alamo drafthouse was completely different. I loved hearing 20 people react to scenes along with me. Watching this video made me even more upset that I wasn't able to catch Tar in theaters!

[@EyebrowCinema]

Man, the tension of if the TV is too loud at home is so real. If you live alone in the sticks it's no bother, but if you live with others or in an important it's something you do have to monitor.

[@IrishRoo12]

Love it. I would go with the alternate title though: Why Movie Theaters Still Matter. Better for the algorithm, ya know?

[@EyebrowCinema]

I'm definitely considering it. There's some talk that suggests having a different title in the thumbnail can actually help so far now I'm gonna keep the title as is, but if performance is lacking in the first couple of days I may well take your suggestion.

[@whybegin1285]

Arguing going to theaters is cheaper than streaming services is a laughable argument as someone who probably pays for more than the average number of services. It’s unlimited watches for these services, like it’s not even close.

[@quorrafromtron]

I believe that even if streaming services completely push theaters out of the picture, (pun intended) theaters will never die. Think of a future 20 years from now, when theaters are a thing of the past, and the only option is to stream it at home. Based on the notion that most media runs off of nostalgia, I believe that people will want to see the return of theaters, and will seek out that experience one way or another. But maybe that's wishful thinking.

[@EyebrowCinema]

Another factor to your point is if streaming does hold a monopoly in film viewing they'll likely raise their prices, which may well drive a further yearning for movie theaters.

[@Slimysnotnose]

It’s crazy to me because films are still the center fold for a lot of people in life. Everyone I talk to on a daily basis is talking about about movie they just watched or rewatched. In my break room the other day an older lady asked me if I’ve seen the new knives out because she adored it. There’s a market for good movies that are mid and even low budget but in a world where capitalism ravages our everyday life, art then suffers for it.

[@erikbihari3625]

Not to mention the experience itself is something you can't just but for yourself unless being filthy rich. When people talk about something huge and exciting they say"cinematic", anyone who says what's excessible to commoners is elitist is hypocritical(russo brothers), because shakespeare's plays we're written with them in mind too!

[@Slimysnotnose]

@@erikbihari3625 to me the notion that the theaters are elitist is dumb because as a poorer kid growing up the theaters were the cheapest way to experience something truly amazing but even today with price hikes to me it’s the cheapest night out I can have.

[@erikbihari3625]

​@@Slimysnotnose. It sounds exactly like the:-"you need a high i.q. to understand Rick and Morty". Or that Shakespeare is highbrow when they we're actually made with commoners in mind! Why do soap operas get big? The masses eat it it!

[@soundslikeknee]

Great video with profound insights. Long live cinema

[@GA-1st]

Great video! I've observed a generational difference when it comes to the appreciation of the cinema experience. I'm not certain how stark the difference may be, but it is troubling. The bottom is, as much as we may try to replicate it at home, the movie theater experience is truly unique. And I do believe it's more than recreation; it's a shared ritual that is analogous to the earliest of human group social interactions. To take it away, is in a sense depriving of us of one aspect of our existence that makes our species special. Oh, and I love the juxtaposition of "Tár," my favorite film of 2022, with "Apocalypse Now"! Was that purely coincidental?

[@TJThomas116]

A good example of a small scale film that was just completely immersing when I saw it in the cinema earlier this year and did not have the same effect when watching at home (while still an amazing watch that I would recommend to everyone)-- Boiling Point.

[@EyebrowCinema]

Thankd for the recommendation. I had not heard of this before.

[@VelkanKiador]

God I miss living somewhere that is near a movie theatre, but the closest ones are in other cities two hours away. When I am moving I will certainly look for a place that has movie theaters >__

[@EyebrowCinema]

I hope you can find a place.

[@AgsmaJustAgsma]

Watching this video at a time when my local theaters are closing down for good, with only one from a monopolistic theater chain that gathers tons of disgusting patrons, almost no different than actual pigs, as my sole option, just makes me utterly depressed.

[@EyebrowCinema]

Oh man, I'm sorry to hear. Losing a local theater always sucks.

[@pacosilvam]

Great video as usual! I wanted to point out something that I've been thinking about lately. I live in a small town that is 30 minutes away from the closest cinema, and all of the theaters within a 1 hour radius are multiplexes. This means that it's very difficult for me to actually watch movies that I'm interested in, and it's even more difficult now due to some personal circumstances. For people like me, streaming, home video, and even pirating are almost the only options. I don't think that going to the cinema is elitist like the Russos, who don't have an ounce of personality even on their takes, since those are feed by the marketing team of whichever company they work for at the time. But it is true that streaming as made films more accesible, and I think that's more important than the ritual of the cinematic experience and the escapism of it all.

[@EyebrowCinema]

Yeah that's a key point and that does matter.

[@antiparrot2483]

I will say that as someone that likes to collect movies in high definition and 4k blu ray, with a big 4k oled and surround sound, that my experiences going to two local independent theaters in my area have far surpassed watching movies at home by a lot. While watching mission impossible and blade runner in 4k at home was a great experience, seeing both in theaters was an experience that blows former out of the water. From the packed audience and good air conditioning, to the great picture and sound from the 40th anniversary screening at the little theater, to seeing mission impossible from a 35mm print at the Dryden theater in the third to front row, the home theater can’t compare to a quantity theater experience no matter how hard you try to emulate it. It needs to be preserved and experienced by more people.

[@johnthevoice6270]

If a movie I am interested in seeing is coming to my local theater I’ll make sure that on opening night I’m seating

[@RoosterCogburn1008]

When theaters bring back ushers, and enforce a basic social code of conduct so I'm not staring at a dozen people texting and scrolling Twitter on bright lights, only then will I return regularly.

[@definewrath2791]

When it comes to distractions at home, you can think of it like your listen to your favorite song at the best part and then you get a notification that cuts of the sound at the best moment. The song becomes less impactful and the power of the song can be lost.

[@EyebrowCinema]

Well said.

[@nathanmitchell958]

This is why I shit you not, I went to see Glass Onion THREE times in theaters in the week it was out. I find it so weird that studios just have a weird obsession with seeing theater numbers decline and I hope 2023 gets back to pre covid yearly numbers

[@tallerwarrior1256]

I think the issue that many have with the cinema is the necessity. “Why do I need to go drive 15 minutes to go see a movie that’ll probably be out in a month on some streaming service?” The cinema used to be a place where you could truly experience a movie. What’s the point of a film being filmed with celuloide if it’s just going to be projected on a digital projector? Hell some aren’t even being projected at the best quality. I’ve heard stories of blu ray screens popping up because of a connection error. I mean can you believe that?! You pay ten dollars just to watch something that’s the same quality of the films that you can rent for free at your local public library?! Cinemas need to put in more effort for their theater experience. Independent and small theater chains understand this. They host film festivals, events, special screenings, and may even provide waited table service. If every movie theater put as much effort as the smaller cinema chains then the cinema would still be a great weekend plan. If it was me I’d like to see film projectors return as a special format like IMAX. I’d also like to see the seating made more comfortable as many theaters like AMC have stuck to having plastic flip chairs with thin cushioning that kills your back if you’re watching a two hour movie. If Cinemas are expecting people to return they need to know that we expect them to deliver a better experience worth our time and money.

[@pratyushjakka7347]

Well made video 👌👌 Would love to see more videos from you with regards to movie theaters like this one, Basically want more of these type of videos✌️

[@EyebrowCinema]

I can definitely keep that in mind moving forward.

[@VeronicaLeasure]

What a lovely analysis of the cinema and how our viewings have evolved. I thoroughly enjoyed watching 😊

[@Nerdtendo6366]

Something you didn’t mention is how an audience can make a movie even better. I love jackass forever but couldn’t watch it in theaters. Few months later I got my hands on the Blu-Ray, slapped that thing on my TV and laughed my ass off. But I can’t deny that the movie would have been better with a live audience, hearing other people laugh or go “ooooooooh” in pain after watching some crazy stunt. An audience can take an already good movie and turn the experience of watching it into a permanent memory

[@mungiuri]

I can't control what is good for other people, but I love seeing a movie in cinema. Home viewing does not compare.

[@herbertdaniel4422]

10:21 The argument against theater going isn't just the monetary expense, (including having to pay for gas and exorbitant prices for food you could get much cheaper from the grocery store) but the time expense as well. Once you factor in the time spent traveling to and from the theater, especially on weekday evenings because that's when most working people will have the most time to do so, it's more time efficient to just watch those movies from the comfort of your own home.

[@EyebrowCinema]

You make a good argument regarding the time sink of the theater (though I would argue weekends are more likely to provide time for going to the movies but that's a minor point). It is more efficient to watch movies at home, but is pure efficiency what matters most? It's far easier for me to just listen to Slayer at home than trek out to see them in concert, but the concert is worth the effort. Live music has an appeal I can't get from listening at home, and I feel the same way as the theater.

[@herbertdaniel4422]

@@EyebrowCinema I don't think efficiency necessarily matters the most, however it's not just about efficiency. Let's say you wanted to see Avatar 2. Even if you get past all the monetary barriers, that's nearly 3 and a half hours you have to commit to remaining in the theater. If you have to use the bathroom or leave the auditorium for any reason, you risk missing vital parts of the story, and you can't get that time back unless you buy another ticket. I wouldn't go so far as to call this "elitism," but you could argue that this is, on some level, exclusionary to most of the working class, parents, people with disabilities, etc.

[@EyebrowCinema]

@@herbertdaniel4422 I don't really buy theaters being exclusionary for working class or parents, and the issue of time is also somewhat offset by the prevalence of people binging streaming for hours uninterrupted. However, you do raise a point about disability. Exclusionary is maybe a touch extreme but there are challenges to theater going, especially for people with something like IBS. I don't think missing a bit for a bathroom break is the worst thing in the world, but it is a hindrance. Which is why I'd like to see intermissions return but I suppose that's an argument for another day.

[@herbertdaniel4422]

@@EyebrowCinema The cinema going experience necessitates a certain level of availability that, it could be argued, is exclusionary to working class people and parents. The extent of the exclusion is debatable, but it does seem most geared towards people who have more control over their schedule, a wage with which to afford the inflated food prices, no children to think about, etc. I do agree intermissions should definitely make a return, especially as blockbuster films become less and less scared of longer runtimes.

[@Schwift3D]

You brought up some good points but it felt like you pointed out way more of the negatives of home streaming than the cons of theater viewing. You briefly mentioned that sometimes you'll be in a theater with noisy people, but that was about it. A huge issue is not being able to pause the film at all. I know a lot of people would have the attitude of "the movie demands your attention" but if you have to go to the restroom really bad it can completely take you out of a movie, forcing you to either miss some scenes or have your mind somewhere else, (which at that point is equivalent to checking your phone or any other distraction you'd have at home) Or if you become super thirsty but didn't plan ahead you'll have to miss some of the movie to buy or get a drink. Not to mention if you or a friend ends up falling asleep during the movie. (have had multiple friends do that) if that happens you gotta buy another ticket if you really want to experience what you missed. That or just have a friend describe it, which is worse than being able to re-watch it at home.

[@CosmicPotato]

Totally agree with the restrooms! It is so convenient being able to pause at home if needed. Especially if you're watching a long movie like The Dark Knight Rises-trying to sit through long movies with no bathroom break can be very distracting. Plus if you do happen to buy a more premium ticket like IMAX then I personally feel even more inclined to stay in my seat so I feel like I get my money's worth, even if it is distracting feeling like you need to use the restroom.

[@Charlie-pu9bx]

My local Cineworld in England mainly screens Bollywood now. Honestly, there's been periods of times where 80% of screenings are Bollywood. Then when a comic book film comes out, it's there for WEEKS on end. All those smaller films, those horrors, dramas, etc get maybe one or two days at my cinema or, most likely, don't get screened at all. If Cineworld wants to do better, maybe they should screen something for everyone, not just one specific group. So many locals have begun complaining about it now.

[@simonlawrence1582]

The internet speed is in bits, not bytes. I've made that mistake before

[@pookabunny2051]

I used to love movie theatres before cell phones. Now all it is is everyone turning on annoying phone lights becasue no one can sit still for an hour and a half any more and everyone is too lazy to get up and go out side of the theatre the way your supposed to when you need to use youe phone. and yes that does count checking the time. anything that turns on the light. I honestly cannot stand paying money to watch movies outside my home anymore because of this. I also found out that bed bugs can be on the seats. Plus C-vid ive just given up. It used to be my favorite thing. :(

[@egap98]

i recently calculated the price of tickets at my local cinemas and the amount of ads said cinemas show + their selection of films. i came to the conclusion that the most popular cinema in my city has by far the most expensive tickets and the most ads. this may contribute to the somewhat negative public perception that cinemas have received. meanwhile the opposite is true, the cheapest cinema in my city offers the best selection and the least ads. in short, support smaller cinemas.

[@EyebrowCinema]

Very true. I love how simple my indie theater is. Nothing but a few trailers.

[@DTBluesreviews]

I'm lucky as where I live there is a small one screen theater that doesn't show a lot of new movies they play older ones using whatever means possible I'll admit it's a little bit hipstery for my taste but everyone is very respectful and is definitely a fan of film I'm happy that I was able to watch movies like the thing and the king and I in a theater setting I was even able to watch del Toro's Pinocchio in that theater it is probably my favorite place where I live and I try to support it as much as I can

[@EyebrowCinema]

It's so fortunate to live close to an indie theater.

[@gfdggdfgdgf]

I'm pretty sure you confused megabits for megabytes. I think one of the reasons of the success of streaming is convenience: no need to go out of the house, find a parking space, annoying people, etc. And generally speaking people don't care much about quality. Whenever I read that HD TVs were such an instant success I think " HD TVs weren't a success, FLAT TVs were an instant success. So many people were watching analog SD broadcasts in the wrong aspect ratio yet they were happy because the TV was flat.

[@rohanmarkjay]

The Problem is Computer and tv screen technology has advanced considerably since the late 1970s and early 1980s when people used to go to the cinema in droves to watch blockbusters like Star Wars trilogy or Raiders of the Lost Ark or Clash of the Titans and similar type movies. While some of the more affluent people had movie projectors at home or larger tv sets they still preferred to go to the movies compared to the last 25 years where movie going audiences have declined considerably. I am guilty myself of this once upon a time I would take any opportunity to go to the cinema. Its just one of the best experiences you can have with your pants on. I think there are many reasons for this larger tv screens have become affordable for people. Large flat screen tv sets have become affordable and popular giving the viewer a similar experience to watching a movie at the cinema. Though a movie at the cinema is still and always will be the best experience to watch a movie. Computer controlled and hooked up to your computer projectors are cheap and affordable. Smartphones and tablets can give a quite a good movie experience even on thos small screens. People now have so many options to get a good movie experience now due to advances in screen technology in the last 40 years that they do not have to go to the cinema anymore. In last 40 years Cinema prices have gone up considerably even allowing for inflation. Making a once very reasonably and affordable cinema ticket expensive equal to the cost of two large McDonalds big mac meals with drinks. So basically all people has to do is wait six months and they can buy the DVD of the movie and see it at home on their large flat screen tv or home projector. Also but most importantly the quality of the movie fare that Hollywood American movie industry since the mid 1990s dishes out has declined. A more and more reliance on computers and automation and computer generated imagery to make movies. Which doesn't quite have the craft and care and the wow factor that movies like Star Wars or Raiders or Clash of the titans or a Werewolf in London had for example with special effects done the old fashion way by hard working and highly skilled special effects teams somewhere in California or London or some other city in Europe. The special effects additions done on movies in last 25 years is just too obvious and underwhelming for movie going audiences in last 25 years compared with movies that were made the old fashion way with care and the creative craft in late 1970s and 1980s movies where a lot of work countless hours went into just a few seconds of special effects like you see in star wars or raiders but the impact of the effect was tremendous on the big screen. The spirit and wow factor is not quite there in movies of the last 25 years because the audience is not stupid they research the movie making processes especially with availability of the internet they can find out every aspect about a movie and can see the way the older movies were made was far better. The actors of older movies were also much better especially during the late 1960s,1970s,1980s and early 1990s especially had better more charismatic actors than they had in movies of the last 25 years. Finally if you wait long enough the movie can be downloaded for a fraction of the fee you pay if you saw it at the cinema multiplex these days from the internet and watched on your computer screen, large flat screen or home projector all provide a pretty good movie experience. You put all the factors above its not hard to see why movie going audiences have markedly declined in last 25 years. However if a captivating movie does come out. Like Top Gun with Tom Cruise or the ever popular latest James Bond movie. Audiences would switch off their smartphone screens, their computer and tablet screens and flat screens. Dress up and come to the cinema like in the old days buy popcorn and a drink and watch it with a hundred other people at the cinema just like in the old days. Because despite all these advances in screen technology. The old fashion way is still the best way and most exciting and exhilarating way to watch a movie.

[@gc3k]

The average person in modern society is engulfed with escapism. It may not compare to the theater experience, but what if it doesn't need to?

[@razagan1343]

I am still so mad Prey (the predator one) was only on disney plus, I went from hyper excited to see it because I always wanted to get into the predator movies to "eeeeh I can't be fucking bothered" I know I could pirate it but that just feels less, I so badly wanted to see it on a larger screen then a big tv

[@EyebrowCinema]

It's frustrating too because it's a really fun crowd pleasing movie that could have really played well to a theater.

[@razagan1343]

@@EyebrowCinema It would have! imagine the showdowns with a full audience, the hype would be great!

[@thatRyzzle]

The video lost me when they compared concession snacks, onto which theaters slap a heavy margin, to regular-ass, but normal-priced, house snacks, and that they're basically the same in the end, and it doesn't matter. Nope, fam. I cannot nope that notion enough.

[@EyebrowCinema]

At no point did I see the costs are "basically the same". I said the variety of snacks offered at the theater and the unlimited options one can eat at home makes direct comparison virtually impossible and that snacks eaten at home are still paid for.

[@gdhuertas07]

There've been plenty of movies I've seen at home that I wish I had seen in theaters. I've never seen a movie in theaters and wished I had seen it at home.

[@EyebrowCinema]

This is such a succinct way to put that.

[@aussieboy1857]

As an adult film lover, I find it dispiriting that I go to the movies so rarely. Most American films that make it to the cinema are aimed at 12 year old boys. And digital projection makes me feel like it's just like TV, only bigger.

[@grantkistel3411]

To be fair, my TV is very easy to format to view a film as intended, or I can play with the settings as I like! I feel I’ve found the best way for me to view from home frequently, but where I live I’ve always had to view the classics at home. Only two local theaters and only one RARELY plays anything that isn’t actively showing or just released.

[@hollyswoods]

My particular Regal is doing better good but only due to us mainly only showing Indian movies and the biggest main stream ones. It is very interesting and cool to work at a theater that has slowly become more and more catered toward the foreign market

[@cal4837]

I always remember movies better when I see them in a theater.

[@Elora445]

Me and my husband aren't really social, in general. So that part of theaters is never going to appeal to us. The last twenty years or so, we have only watched huge movies in theaters (definitely not all and only those which appeal to us). Also movies like Dune, which are almost made for theaters. Theaters are also quite expensive here and you can only buy their food (popcorn, sure, but you can't bring anything at all in yourself unless you are allergic) too, which are ridiculously expensive. I think they have lost quite a few customers that way. Streaming is much more affordable to people that has less money. Also great for not so social people like me and my husband - we can watch things we love, at home. Sometimes there are movies you just aren't sure if they're worth to go to the theaters for, which can be worth watching via streaming. I'm glad I have access to a stable internet and have absolutely no problems with streaming, no matter if it's on the computer or on the TV. I guess I'm lucky that way. Home viewing can be quite expensive, yes. Even ours can be seen as expensive, but most often things in people's homes aren't all bought at the same time. You buy one thing here and one thing there - not everything at once. Does one count that cost as a monthly cost, or what?

[@mree.9794]

amazing video as always

[@EyebrowCinema]

Cheers! Thanks.

[@CosmicPotato]

I'd love to see more movies in theaters, but I am definitely one of the people who is turned off by rude moviegoers. I don't go to the theater that often, but when I do it's not uncommon for at least one person in the audience to be inconsiderate and ruin the experience. Probably the worst incident is when I went to see Frozen 2 and some guy brought his kids to see it. The kids were well behaved, it was actually the adult that was the issue. Dude kept falling asleep and loudly snoring. His kids were embarrassed and woke him up several times. Like, the movie theater is a freaking daycare and you can't just take a damn nap. If he didn't want to sit through the movie, then he should have gotten a babysitter to take them. Not to mention other times I have gone where people light up their row checking their phones or talking throughout the movie. Maybe it's just theaters in my area, but I have a sneaking suspicion that my kind of experience is not uncommon and turns a lot of people off to potentially wasting $15 on a movie ticket...

[@EyebrowCinema]

Yeah, it's hard to gauge average theater audiences. It's very context sensitive. Also that dad sounds painfully annoying.

[@2emo2function]

That's cool and all but how about I watch all my movies ona 1080p monitor with a cheap pair of office speakers

[@Fnaffan2004]

I’m gonna be honest when the pandemic was in full blast I remember hearing that theaters would probably go the way of the dodo but when all was said and done and I went back for the first time and I remembered that feeling I’m sad that theaters are dying out and there’s probably nothing I can do about it 2 major theaters I used to go to just closed for good

[@sebastianmontano9979]

Me: Yes I agree, theaters are great. Also Me: *watches movies on my phone*

[@octosalias5785]

Movie theaters with the latest releases are weighed down by mainstream audiences who only attend blockbuster spectacles, and its been that way since Jurassic Park and Independence Day. I think there is still a place for Draft Houses and Multiplex cinemas however, because of the social vector point.

[@EyebrowCinema]

I hope audiences slowly find their way back to non-spectacles. The success of the Knives Out movies, even if hindered by Netflix's stupid release pattern, is encouraging. Fingers crossed that crowds show up for Oppenheimer.

[@stinkytoy]

Ya know, this was maybe the only video of yours where I didnt go into it either already agreeing with the premise, or not having an existing opinion at all. In fact, even though I absolutely love your channel and your perspective and analysis of cinema, I admit that I was kind of prepared to roll my eyes at this one. But! Yet again, you present a very convincing argument, and I have come around. I should definitely make a better effort to watch movies in the theater if I plan on watching them in general. Now, if only there was a socially acceptable way for me to go pee while not missing a scene, you'd have a true convert! 😁

[@thepeculiarjourneyofmontyw8658]

I think it cannot be minimized, the importance of experiencing a film with other people - with a big audience or strangers. Their laughter is infectious. Their screams of terror and gasps heighten each moment. They vibe, you vibe, we all vibe. And that's something that cannot be reproduced at home - that feeling like you all just witnessed something, lived through something.

[@jack_bench]

Thank you for making this beautiful video

[@ZackPaslay]

Another Eyebrow Cinema hit!!

[@Lasagna_Garfield_]

I was never allowed to go to theaters as a kid so now as an adult its a mind blowing and awe inspiring experience. I’m probably the only person on earth that gets goosebumps from Nicole Kidmans AMC ad.

[@glitchsister]

i just took some mushrooms that would beg to differ with the title

[@EyebrowCinema]

Aye, but what if you took those mushrooms at the movie theater?

[@glitchsister]

@@EyebrowCinema i would be so scared, that's something you do at home while other people make sure you don't get sick. i would probably just feel bad about spending so much money the whole time and blank on the movie

[@rsolsjo]

I think it's time to accept that both ways can be quite good. I don't think it helps to demonize either one anymore. If anything, I wouldn't mind moviegoing becoming a bit more of a "luxury" if it means really high quality movie theaters more readily available. I've reached the point where I'm at "go for what you prefer", and I've gone from 70/30 at home to about 95/5 at home.

[@EyebrowCinema]

I also enjoy home viewing and am grateful for it, but at a time when theaters are in a vulnerable position, I feel it necessary to sing its praises louder.

[@rsolsjo]

@@EyebrowCinema I think it's a transition. It feels like doom and gloom but I don't see cinemas ever fully dying out, maybe changing though. More expensive, less expensive, more gimmicky, whatever it is.

[@tvsonicserbia5140]

Scorcese is wrong about marvel movies being like theme park rides. They are more like AMUSEMENT park rides, focused on thrills and scope, the appeal of theme parks is more similar to actual Walt Disney's movies, slow and atmospheric, I'd even compare Stalker, 2001 or Apocalypse Now as being more true to the theme park experience. Edit: Loved the joke though

[@michaelmacias8]

I pay 22-23 dollars a month for AMC A-list and I'm about to watch 3 movies a week. pretty sweet deal.

[@TheGeekyAmreeki]

Agreed with everything you said. But for those of us here in the Middle East, almost all of it is negated. We have especially annoying and disruptive people who ruin your experience. I had a Qatari guy facetiming a movie to someone behind me who wouldn't shut the fuck up. When I reported him, the ushers did nothing because he was Qatari, and they didn't want to risk pissing him off out of fear of the old "I'm Qatari and I'll have you deported" comeback. And there has been something like that in nearly every movie I have seen here since 2009. Not to mention the biggest deterrent, censorship. 1 hour ripped out of Wolf Of Wall Street, 30 minutes gutted from Conan, every curse word literally cut out of Hell or Highwater, the kiss from Alitta Battle Angel cut out. Yes, all kissing, bikinis, nudity or anything remotely sexual is cut out. Don't even get me started on Movies like Deadpool 2 where celebrities willingly provide dubs for the censorship of their own films. So, yes, the cinema is my church, nut over here it is a waste of time and money. What is funny is I did the compete opposite of this video over on my channel, Why movie theatres suck lol. If things are great, they don't obviously. But over here, they always do.

[@zanebeers3327]

A basic ticket at my local cinemark here in PA is 9.75 and bc I’m a sigma male I sneak in food or just eat before. 9.75 to see a movie on a comically large screen with sound so loud and crisp is 1000% worth it. We watch film to get lost in it, and it’s hard to get lost in the 32 inch roku tv in my room. I’m guessing it’s easier for the russos bc they probably have a home theater, but I guess I’m the elitist. Also not all of my friends are interested in the same things, some of us like gaming, some of us like sports, some of us like hiking or canoeing or skiing, but the one thing all of us enjoy doing together is going to the movies. Theaters bring people together and as you said they’re the best way to watch a movie. Also seeing a film in a theater leaves a much bigger imprint on your brain than watching a film on tv or streaming. So if the future of “cinema” is streaming exclusive then movies will stop mattering, and as someone who likes movies, that’s a future I don’t want to see

[@cinemascore-along]

Just something to try and boost your algorithm. Happy Holidays!

[@EyebrowCinema]

Cheers mate. Happy Holidays.

[@the9thinning1]

Still very much prefer to see movies in the theater

[@martenwahlstrom2001]

I love the theater since my hyperactive mind has an incredibly hard time focusing on a movie at home. Especially alone and I have had to rewatch a lot of films to fully appreciating them. This problem is diminished when I’m watching with my fiancé though, since I for some reason find it easier to hyper focus on the film when I’m with someone else, but it’s no substitute for the theater.

[@BizarroMario]

Beautiful video

[@maximthepurplefalcon8187]

What a powerful video! Well done!