Is there a valid reason why people aren鈥檛 allowed to bring their own food to movie theatres?

I mean, I do it anyway, but grocery stores, video stores, drugstores, etc. don鈥檛 have signs saying that you can鈥檛 bring in outside food. Is it just because they want to sell you overpriced concessions?

Is there a valid reason why people aren鈥檛 allowed to bring their own food to movie theatres?sheet music

Of course-- if everyone brought food from outside, then no one would pay $8 for a bag of popcorn, and $5 for a glass of coke.

Is there a valid reason why people aren鈥檛 allowed to bring their own food to movie theatres?state theatre opera theater

you got it... they do not make their money on the tickets
Selling overpriced concessions is how most movie theaters make their money.
some theaters where I live let in outside food.

and yes, it is to sell what they have.
Yep that's pretty much it, think about it....who in his or her right mind would pay five bucks for pop corn and four bucks for a drink? if people were allowed to bring food they would run out of business
Obviously they want to have a profit selling you overpriced junk!
yeah, i think it's for the money mainly ... although, cinemas don't sell foil wrapped products 'cos of the rustling in the bag!!! there's nothing worse than having someone behind you who is digging their hand in to a bag of doritos every 2 seconds!!!
To answer your question, yes there is a valid reason. Those theatres, etc., make their money from the concessions not from the movies shown.
yes, they want a monopoly on their outrageous prices at the counter, and their prices are ridicious! its about an 100 % profit and i sneak stuff in too!
Yes, its because of the concessions. Movie theatres, suprisingly, don't hardly make anything from the actual movie sales. Almost all of that goes to the movie production company and the distributors. So almost all of the theatre's revenue comes from the sale of concessions. Weird, huh?
Yep. That is mostly the reason. The other reason is that they are worried that people will bring in foods that may offend other movie goers or the will bring full meals and make too much noise with packaging and then there are the health regulations to make sure someone doesn't try to sue them for "contamination" or food poisoning. If you have food already for sale and you do by chance have someone claim they are "sick" from eating at your theater, it will be easier to isolate and prove it was the theater and not their own food.
Exactly! I was just on a cruise to Mexico and they said to only buy from the American stores. Obviously they were self-promoting......
they want you to spend your money on their 10 dollar movie and 6 dollar hot dog 7 dollar pop corn and 6 dollar box of candy. oh and 3 dollars for a bottled water

A DVD with just you and a friend(s) alone at home OR at the movie theatres?

OR drive-in

A DVD with just you and a friend(s) alone at home OR at the movie theatres?headache

A DVD at home. A friend or not, either way I'll enjoy it more than at the movies.

A DVD with just you and a friend(s) alone at home OR at the movie theatres?paramount theater opera theater

the 1st option

u can pause rewind forward

and then u can have fun inbetween the movie
A drive-in sounds good.
Definitly at home...its so much better. You can talk about the movie if you want, its cheaper, and you can make your own snacks and make it fun.
Well home with a friend and a DVD...but a drive-in...not too many of those around anymore ...it has been at least 15 yrs...so maybe the drive-in......
I was going to say Drive-in, and then I saw that you typed it. I go there almost every week in the summer.

Can someone tell me when The Seeker (The Dark is rising) will be in NZ movie theatres?

It's probably not going to. The movie is already out on DVD.

That's a really, really bad film, so don't be disappointed if you don't get to see it.

When you are trying to squeeze in a tight area (movie theater) is it more polite to...?

Is it more polite to pass the person with your butt in their face or your crotch?

When you are trying to squeeze in a tight area (movie theater) is it more polite to...?ms stress

haha

I've wondered that myself.

If I'm feeling generous, I pass them with my bubble-butt to their face ;)

When you are trying to squeeze in a tight area (movie theater) is it more polite to...?home theater system opera theater

butt and let 1 out.... oops.
I don't know which is more polite, but I always point my crotch away from their face. I don't want some dude checking out my junk!
butt in the face
I usually sit on the outside, so it doesn't matter...

When someone wants in, I just get up and let them in...

Was it wrong to bring a KFC bowl to the movie theater and save money instead of getting $15 popcorn?

i can sneak them in my mullet

Was it wrong to bring a KFC bowl to the movie theater and save money instead of getting $15 popcorn???binoculars

I always sneak food into the movie theater

Was it wrong to bring a KFC bowl to the movie theater and save money instead of getting $15 popcorn???violin opera theater

KFC is wrong period.
yes
heck no. That was good thinking.
Its only wrong if you get caught.
nope. as long as you don't get caught! I sneak in food all the time..
It was wrong of you to buy that nasty azz bowl in the first place!
Yes!~ Movie popcorn is better than KFC any day, yum yum! lol
No way, I've done that tons of times...it's really easy to do in the winter.
Nope that is a great idea not for the theater but for you
Thats a good Idea...but wont work I guess. They want to run their side-business as well....I hate that rip-off though..

Now they wont even let you take even your cell phone...at least in my area....I was not impressed at all......
I actually can't wait till lunch so I can have one. Of course you were in the right for doing this. Popcorn pales in greatness to the awesomness of KFC bowl.
No it wasn't.
no way jose!

KFC %26gt; $15 popcorn
Not if you are protesting the high prices, but you were probably in violation of the theaters no food or drink from the outside.
there ain't nothing wrong with that! Although i usually sneak in drinks... hehe.
cheap a...s....s
As long as the KFC bowl enjoys the movie.
if they don't know you bought it in.... we have a theatre here that dosen't care either way, that's cool.

I would stick to foods that don't stink up the place though, no strong odours
as long as it fit in your date's purse... not a prob... a bargain's a bargain...
I do it all the time. Movie snacks are much too expensive these days.

Sometimes I even pop my own corn and take it with me and I always take my own bottled water.
Yes, you are cutting in to my profits
nope perfectly understandable! just keep it hidden or everyone will want some.
Thanks! I just spewed coffee all over my screen!! That was funny.

How would you sneak one of those in?
You were simply being frugal. Why waste $15 for popcorn you can pop yourself? Although the movie theater may not agree with what you did, but I do. And so does everyone else, probably.
Nothing wrong that! I'd do the same. Who the hell would pay so much for freaking popcorn anyway?!
No.The prices at the movie are absolutly ridiculous.Also, some people dont like popcorn and candy, they would rather have their own snack (like you did).But they already get paid alot to screen the movie then from us buying 8 dollar tickets.So I would not feel bad at all
I would. I hate paying the prices just for popcorn and drinks at the flippin' movie theater.
how on earth did you sneak a KFC bowl into the theater? They should have given you free popcorn just for that :P

I always sneak food into the theaters - it probably isn't "right" but it's the only way we can all afford to go. *Shrugs* Lesser of two evils?
they charge $4.50 for a small water so no, it's not wrong. But you'll have to hide it someway, because I'm pretty sure they wont let you in w/ outside food

What should i do on a blind date at a movie theater? I'm 15 and she is 14?

Watch the movie, when something happens in the movie make a comment to her, get to know her a little bit afterward and if you seem to click take her number and possibly go out again some time.

What should i do on a blind date at a movie theater? I'm 15 and she is 14?performing arts center

watch the movie

What should i do on a blind date at a movie theater? I'm 15 and she is 14?sunshine opera theater

how about...watch the movie?
just watch the movie get to know her after.
watch the movie......and if you like the girl at the end ask her out on another date.
U gotta see if she's pretty first

and see if you really like her

so then yall could just chill
Watch the movie and perhaps lunch/dinner afterwards
First go for the old romantic thing... Bring her flowers and stuff like that. Buy her the ticket and buy her popcorn and candy. It'll give her the best first impression and please don't do that yawning thing that guys usually end up doing. Just ask her like a good boy, Like say is it okay if I put my arm around you? or something like that and may be she''ll like it... Just try it...
this is what i have to say ok im 14 and im a girl so you should just try to get to now her and just talk to her and staff and see were that takes you !

I Have My first job interview Monday at Regal cinemas Movie theater?

i was wondering What kind of questions are asked during the interview and being a first time applicant what can i expect?

Please help

thank you

I Have My first job interview Monday at Regal cinemas Movie theater?opera score

Can you remember to tear the ticket in half and put half of it in the box and give the other half to the patron?

I Have My first job interview Monday at Regal cinemas Movie theater?musicals opera theater

Show up on time and the job is yours. They want to know if you're responsible, will show up, not call off. You'll work mostly weekends nights when most kids want to be with their friends.
Smile and be happy yer getting the job

be interested in waht they say

dont talk too much

tell them yer best asset is yer depedability
- Your previous job history

- Your GCSE qualifications (DEFINITELY)
Be on time and sit up straight.

And don't sag your pants.
Relax and dress nice.
It depends which position you are working at. If cashier they will ask if you can give change. Simple stuff. Or if you get along well with others.
Usually employers ask questions like "why do you want to work here? What experience or skills do you bring to this job? Why should we hire you? What hours/days are you available? Would you be willing to work weekends, holidays, and evenings?, etc..." Those are some questions you should be prepared to answer.

Try not to be nervous, and answer the questions as honestly as you can, and you'll be fine. Good Luck.
dress nicely, look your interviewer in the eye when you speak (this shows confidence) speak clearly in complete sentences (this shows maturity and intelligence) greet your interviewer with a firm hand-shake, while looking them in the eye. Introduce yourself and keep your ears open. don't be over anxious to land this job. good luck!
Every interview is different. Just be your self and be honest.

CONGRATS!

A GENTLE START.

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1 Why do you want to work here?

2 What type of experience do you have for the job?

3 Why do you think you are successful in your career?

4 You are applying for the position of------------. What, in your opinion are the broad responsibilities of such a position?

5 What did you dislike about your last job?

6 What is the least relevant job you have had?

7 What have you learned from the jobs you have held?

8 Are you willing to go where the company sends you?

LETS TURN THE HEAT UP A LITTLE BIT !!

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9 Have you already done the best work you are capable of?

10 How long will you stay with the company?

11 What would you like to be doing five years from here?

12 What are your qualifications?

13 How long would it take you to make a contribution to our company?

14 What are your biggest accomplishments?

15 Tell me how you have progressed through your career?

16 What is your greatest strength?

17 What are your outstanding qualities.?

TURNING THE HEAT UP MORE !!

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18 Do you like working under pressure?

19 Why should I hire you ?

20 What can you do for us that someone else cannot do?

21 What aspects of the job interest you most?

22 What are you looking for in our company?

23 What will your references say about you?

24 Can we check your references?

25 What was the last book you read or the last movie you saw and how did it affect you?

26 How long have you being looking for another job?

27 Have you ever been fired and why?

28 Were you ever let go from your job and felt that the reason was unjustified?

29 How do you handle pressure?

30 Can you tell me in what way has your previous job prepared you to take on greater responsibility?

31 How do you think this job will compare with others you have applied for?

32 Do you like taking orders.?

33 Can you tell me about a time where your work or one of your ideas was badly criticized?

GOOD SO FAR, LETS FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THEM

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34 Tell me about yourself.

35 How do you get along with other people?

36 How would you rate yourself on a scale of one-to-ten?

37 Can you tell me what things really bother you?

38 Would you like to have yours boss's job?

39 What did you think of your last boss?

40 You say you have determination and initiative. What have you done that shows this?

41 Just going back to your boss - do you feel she could have done a better job?

42 Your boss obviously helped you a lot but what are some of the things that your boss did that you disliked?

43 What personal characteristics do you think are necessary for success in your life?

44 If you had a choice would you prefer to wok alone or as part of a team?

THIS COULD BE THE PERSON, LETS DELVE DEEPER

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45 Would you clearly voice your opinion if you disagreed with the views of your boss or superior?

46 How would you deal with, say, a supervisor who was unfair and difficult to work under?

47 Would you consider yourself a born leader?

48 Do you feel you are much better at your job than your co-workers?

49 When do you expect a promotion?

50 What have you learned from your other jobs?
Many libraries will have lots of material on what you want on vedio tapes there was government grant number of years ago, so see if this resource is still available. How you present yourself is biggest question: Hair well keep, fingernails trimmed clean neat clothes and shoes. if you have nice interviewer they start by asking how you are, and ask you to tell short summary of your life. Tell us about( your name) What experience do you have; Why do you want to work here? Tell us why we should hire you. As question given and style given you see a lot depend on personality of interviewer. If you can put together entry level resume this will help both of you.

Have parent or friend ask you questions and practice to help with jitters, but don't over pratice and come off as phoney.
well first off you are going to be working at a movie theater so ask yourself what they might be looking for in a person for that position.

Some ideas.

Dresses nicely(not a suite and tie mind you)

Speaks clearly

Clean Shaven

Good haircut

Has a good attitude.

For now this is all you should concern yourself with.
I wouldn't worry about it. Its not like you're getting a real job.