Watching Movies has become habit or major entertainment in our society. Some families watch movies as a source of bonding time after their individual day. Movies are shown in places we can easily approach; places like cinema, and simply at home. Both places have pros and cons. Sometimes, movie theaters have what homes don’t have but, also don’t have what homes do have. This case is applied to the same way to homes.
If you prefer watching movie at home, the pros are that you can have your family time. You get to watch anything you want. You have family privacy while you are talking, sharing, and commenting about the movie; and that can really improve your family relationship. Moreover, you are more likely to focus on watching because of the familiar atmosphere around you which gives you security. Also, if you are confused or unsure about something, you can always pause and ask what’s going on to your family members. Furthermore; you can rewind and fast forward. You can wear pajamas or any cozy clothes. Having time leisure is another advantage of watching movies at home. There is no time limit; such as certain time for entering into the movie. You don’t have to hurry up to not miss the movie. It’s free with unlimited time, in fact; you can have a whole family movie marathon. But, on the other hand, if you are watching movie at home, you are more likely to spill your soda or smear your caramel on your sofa which then your mom is going to start nagging and become mad at you. Furthermore, there is disadvantage of watching movie through small screen with low volume.
If you choose to go to the movie theater, you feel the hang of watching the movie by being surrounded by other people, and night view. Furthermore, it’s a brilliant and dazzling atmosphere to be in surrounded by; more interesting and vast views that come into your sight. In fact, Indulging in the cinema experience is profoundly memorable. Plus, there is a big screen provided for you with suitable volume for everybody. The cons of watching movies at the theater, you don’t get to have much of privacy. You have to respect and be aware of your surroundings. You are prohibited to scream, shout or burst out laughing during the movie. You have to whisper quietly if you want to talk. Also, it’s not cozy as at home where you can lie down on the sofa or have cushion with you to lean on and stretch your legs. Instead, you have to sit properly enough to not distract person next or behind you. Moreover, you can’t have control on the movie such as rewinding, pausing or fast forwarding. Plus, it’s on your own risk on buying the ticket and being disappointed at movie; you can’t refund it. Also, it costs money on purchasing the ticket and food.
Similarities they have between them is no matter where you watch the movie, watching movie is always thrilling and exciting. It stimulates you with passion. It arouses you from being uninterested and weary. It stirs up excitement between your friends and family. It can be one of the sources to make connection in your community. It creates enthusiastic topic to talk about commonly. Watching movie either in your house or theater, you can always eat something. At home, you can make popcorn and drink soda. In the theater, you can also buy popcorn or chicken nuggets.
In conclusion, the comparison between watching movies at home and in the theater is that in the theaters, you just have to be aware of you surrounding. You don’t have control of the movie. On the contrary, if you are watching it at home, seating is usually comfortable at home and you don’t really have to be careful on sitting. You can have the control of the movie such as pausing or rewinding and the volume is in your hands. The contrast between these two factors is that you can enjoy and have fun no matter where you watch it. It can make you feel closer to someone while you are watching it together and can create a conversation between you and your friends which helps a lot in relationships. There are disadvantages but great advantages at the same time.
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