Should Cinema Be More Flexible In Order To Survive ?
We at Barking Mad About Films love the cinema but the best time for us to go is during the day, we are sure though we can not be the only ones who prefer daytime viewing so we wonder if the multiplex should be more flexible. We are of course aware that during the day is not ideal for everyone, especially those with 9-5 jobs, but working from home we get this time to watch as … [Read more...]
Movie Companies, Do You Want My Money in Exchange for Merchandise?
Over the years, movie merchandise has increased, from the likes of Funko with their popular Pops range to companies like LastExitToNowhere.com or darkbunnytees.com with their excellent range of movie themed clothing. When I was young, I was born at the rise of the Action Figure thanks to Star Wars, I have some now, but now we consider them collectibles and not toys. But, … [Read more...]
How Do You Like Your Corn Popped?
At the cinema, for a long time when it comes to snacks, it was always a choice of a hot dog; a mini ice cream tub; pick and mix or bags of sweets and popcorn! Times have changed, with more choice becoming available. Hot dogs are still on a menu but nachos are becoming as popular, for example. Sweets are still there of course, my cinema has done away with the Pick N Mix … [Read more...]
Why we see in 3D
3D if done right, can really enhance a film story, things have changed from those amusement park attractions where the 3-D was just a gimmick. You would go to have something hit you in the face or have a pole swing towards you (we still have nightmares of a snake in our lap, from the Disneyland Honey, I shrunk the kids attraction) 3-D is now used to show us depth and heights … [Read more...]