I LOVE MOVIES

I love movies, especially ones based on actual events or man against nature. I’m not limited to those alone. Give me action. Car chases, explosions, chases, fights – violence. Yes, I really am a very loving, sweet, tender and gentle guy. I could go on, but I digress. This “like” undoubtedly has some sort of deep psychological meaning. Like maybe, I’m one sick puppy. I can do without the ones marked “Adult,” or “Sexual Situations,” which I hope means I have some redeeming value.

I’ve seen two movies in the last two weeks. Iron Man 2 and Robin Hood. I was ticked at the ticket (ha ha) window when purchasing my ticket for Iron Man to discover my beloved senior citizens discount was raised from $5 to $6. It sure beats the evening price, which is all over $10 in my area. Even that is probably cheap compared to other places. I am sure $6 is still a good deal, but I’m still ticked. I’m also addicted to popcorn. I can no longer afford movie popcorn so I must eat before I go to the theater. Why, or why must I suffer like this?

I have a theater card that gives me some free items (hardly ever) and discounted items. I had to laugh at the great discount offered when I purchased my ticket for Robin Hood. Save 25¢ on a combo. What? They cost $12 and up. That’s not even tempting. If they want me hooked, raise the discount to 50%. No don’t. I don’t want to spend any more money than I already do.

I am not super-critical of my movies. I do not over analyze. If they hit me right, I like them, If they don’t I complain about them. I don’t even mind shedding a tear or two, sitting on the edge of my seat, or laughing at something terribly funny (preferably situational humor). I liked both movies. Robert Downey Jr. seemed born to play Iron Man. His attitude was perfect. The franchise will continue. Robin Hood was the first movie I saw that I could actually see the pitch to the money people. Robin Hood meets Gladiator meets Saving Private Ryan. When the French land on the shore of England the scene feels identical to the Normandy landing of Saving Private Ryan. I laughed out loud when the attack boat dropped the front and the soldiers could run to the shore. I was looking for Tom Hanks. Couldn’t find him. By the way, there will be a sequel.

Would love to see Prince of Persia when it opens, but my budget is two movies a month (or less). Will have to wait until Tuesday of the next week for senior’s day. I’m still ticked off about the price. I would boycott the theater if I weren’t addicted to movies.