They’ve tapped into the minds of movie theater employees on secrets like how to save money, the best movies snacks and even how to get away with a free double-feature.
- That infamous theater smell –The popcorn actually contains chemicals to create an aroma that keeps you from resisting the snack bar.
- “Extreme digital” Vs. IMAX digital?-Extreme digital is easier to maintain.
- Ticket profits who?-Within the first two months of a film, ticket sales usually go back to movie studios. Most theaters rely on their concessions to make money, hence the overpriced snacks.
- “Sneaking in? Don’t mind if I do.”- Employees often don’t care enough to kick you out.
- What not to eat?-Movie staffers suggest that you don’t particularly eat pretzels, hot dogs or nachos.
- “Complaints. What complaints?”-When complaining to a manager about a particular employee or issue, they’ll pretend to side with you until you are no longer present.
- “I’ll take combo #1”-Most movie theaters offering combo deals don’t really save you money. The price will equal the same if the items were purchased individually.
- “Let me have a smedium popcorn.”- If you buy a small popcorn hoping to save some calories, you may be disappointed. The small sizes at many movie theaters were once medium sizes.
- Food in a jiffy- Most movie theater foods are heated in the microwave.
- “Care to share?”- Think twice before asking for that extra cup or plate. Most employees can’t give out extra supplies. They are later accounted for during inventory at the end of the night.
- “Don’t ask what’s under your foot?”- Although some employees may have a chance to sweep up the left behind treasures after a screening, many don’t have time to do so. When movies are scheduled back to back most employees leave the trash for pick up during longer theater breaks.
- Film delays-It is possible for a movie to start late, but they typically end on schedule.
- Popcorn today, popcorn tomorrow. –Most movie theater popcorn can last up to two days if you don’t mind that not-so-fresh-taste.
