Soon you’ll be able to get alcohol when you go see a movie at the theatre on McGillivary in Winnipeg. It’s part of a new VIP service planned for the theatre where you will be able to have a few sips in comfier seating in select theatres inside of the building.
Question is: do YOU like this idea? Let’s pro/con it up!
PROs:
-Going to the movie is a luxury! Tickets are pricey so once you’re in you should be able to enjoy the movie however you like!
-While drunk, I would imagine Sarah Jessica Parker is tolerable in movies (sorry SJP fans!)
-Watching a bond movie with a martini in your hand seems like the ultimate in cool
CONs:
-If popcorn and a drink is like 15 bucks, how much will nachos and a beer be?
-Movie theatres are pretty comfy as it is, throw booze in there and staying awake during the slow parts in an action movie are going to be WAY harder!
-Think about how often people have to get up for bathroom breaks during regular movies. Now add beer into that equation. Do you really want to be sitting next to that guy?
What am I missing? Help round out the list with your pros or cons!
The Silver City Langley outside Vancouver did this about 12+ years ago, however you weren’t allowed to take the drink into the theatre… you could just drink it at the adults only bar area upstairs in the common area. Hoping (sort of) that you can bring the drink to your seat. Sydney, Australia is doing some amazing movie going experiences that we really should consider adopting up here! Recliners, chairside service, drinks, etc.
With home theatres getting more popular… the movie theatres should really ‘up their game’. Right now I’d prefer to stay home and avoid other people’s cell phone checking constantly throughout the movie when paying $15+ to see MI4 in IMAX. Really what is THAT important? Enjoy the show.
January 13th, 2012 at 11:46 amEveryone who comes and drinks at the theatre gets into their car and drives home. Do people not get it “don’t drink and drive”. I think it is pretty sad when every event people attend needs to have alcohol in order for people to enjoy themselves.
January 16th, 2012 at 10:37 pmHave a good day.