As someone who also didn’t have movie snacks until I could pay for them myself, I think part of it is that snacks add to the experience. If I’m paying for my family to go to the movies it’s supposed to be something nice. We have movie nights at home and buy popcorn in bulk so we can all cuddle up on the couch and snack to our hearts content or pause if someone spills or needs the restroom.
I go to the movies once every few years now and it’s always for a big blowout movie where we can dress up and we go to a fancy theater that does food service and has dedicated layzboy style seats. We went and saw Barbie and all wore pink and got themed food/drinks at the theater (pink lemonade and Barbie-q-something). It was fun and imho that’s the kind of theater experience worth having. I don’t really remember seeing movies as a kid with my family but I’m sure we’ll all remember this.
I think the idea of spending $60 for a family of four to sit in silence together and then leave is just not as appealing unless they get the “theater experience” of the addons. I’m also not one complaining though because I generally don’t care about seeing things in the theater and I don’t really know what it’s worth to people who would enjoy it. I do understand that it doesn’t feel worth $60 though.
eskimofry@lemm.ee 20 hours ago
That just tells me you’re single. There’s never any scenario in which you spend 0 at the theatre if you have family, even more so if you have kids.
Steve@communick.news 20 hours ago
I am single, yes. But that never stopped my parents from saying no. I never had movie theater popcorn until I was an adult. You’re the parent. You’re in charge.
eskimofry@lemm.ee 20 hours ago
What sort of parent will say no to popcorn at the movies? Especially if their kids ask and its supposed to be a fun night out?
You don’t seem to understand that you can’t always say no or you might ruin the day for somebody else and in extension… yourself
Steve@communick.news 20 hours ago
That’s only because your kids have the expectation now.
If you make it abundantly clear before you get to the theater, there won’t be any snacks; Then when they complain, take them home. They’ll know you’re serous next time, and it won’t be a problem.