The Problem with Previews
The previews are a necessary evil in the movie-going experience. However, they can be a significant source of frustration for many film enthusiasts. The previews often seem to drag on, taking up a substantial amount of time that could be better spent on the actual film. This can lead to a sense of disconnection between the preview and the main event, making the overall experience feel less engaging. • The previews are often longer than the actual film, with some lasting up to 30 minutes or more. • They are frequently filled with unnecessary and repetitive content, such as trailers for other movies or product placements.
However, with the rise of streaming, the demand for movie theaters has increased, and they have found new ways to generate revenue, including charging for premium formats like 3D and IMAX. With the proposed law, theaters can now charge for the time they spend showing previews and announcements.
It’s probably worth considering to change the way the movie theater operates. The author suggests that a movie theater that doesn’t sell concessions is likely to struggle financially.
This is a common practice in many theaters, but it’s not a common practice in all theaters.
I’d like to see a system where theaters show the actual movie start time on the before the previews start.
