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Brian Damage · 07-29-2011, 10:50 PM

The price of movie tickets hit a new high in the second quarter of this year climbing to $8.06, according to the National Association of Theater Owners.

That means the price of a ticket is up more than 5% over the average for 2010 which was $7.89. That 39 cent increase in the average is one of the biggest such increases in history.

This is not the first time the average price has risen above $8 however. It was $8.01 in the fourth quarter of 2010, but then fell to $7.86 in the first quarter of this year.

Much of the increase is attributed to the premium charge for 3D movies. Even though the attendance at 3D pictures has been softer than expected for many films this year, there have been enough successful films to drive up the average to a new high water mark.

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/new...peater+Feed%29

dakert · 07-29-2011, 11:25 PM

Here in Altoona PA matinees are 6.50 and evenings are 8.50. I wouldnt pay either for any!!

TVFactFan · 07-30-2011, 01:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Brian Damage

The price of movie tickets hit a new high in the second quarter of this year climbing to $8.06, according to the National Association of Theater Owners.

That means the price of a ticket is up more than 5% over the average for 2010 which was $7.89. That 39 cent increase in the average is one of the biggest such increases in history.

This is not the first time the average price has risen above $8 however. It was $8.01 in the fourth quarter of 2010, but then fell to $7.86 in the first quarter of this year.

Much of the increase is attributed to the premium charge for 3D movies. Even though the attendance at 3D pictures has been softer than expected for many films this year, there have been enough successful films to drive up the average to a new high water mark.

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/new...peater+Feed%29

So that means if I treat a girl to the movies and dinner, i'm already going to spend close to $40 before we even have dinner since the tickets will add up to $20 and the stuff at the concession stand.

tiredmike59 · 07-30-2011, 01:40 AM

There are two things they need to bring back in style.

1. The drive-in theatres
2. Cars with large trunk space

MrCleveland · 07-31-2011, 01:45 PM

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Originally Posted by tiredmike59

There are two things they need to bring back in style.

1. The drive-in theatres
2. Cars with large trunk space

I agree with the Drive-Ins, I miss the one on Memphis Ave. in Brooklyn, Ohio...they should resurrect that place.

catlover79 · 07-31-2011, 10:48 PM

This news makes me so happy I don't work in a movie theater anymore - the complaints about prices were bad enough 6 years ago!!!!!!

ryan423 · 08-01-2011, 11:59 AM

LOL, people are complaining about $6-$8 tickets? In New York City, we haven't seen those prices since my infancy! A movie cost $13, while 3D is $17. A matinee, which is only the first show, is $9.

Regulus · 08-01-2011, 04:17 PM

Considering what it costs for a Movie, along with a Cup of Soda and a Box of Popcorn at the Theatre, I'll wait until Christmas to see any Movies playing right now. I can then watch the Movie on my Big-Screen TV, eat a Bag of Microwave Soda and wash it down with a Glass of Soda all for the same price. Afterwards there's a Bonus, I GET TO KEEP THE MOVIE!

catlover79 · 08-01-2011, 04:40 PM

I just wait for the movies to come to DVD and I check them out of the library. I can watch them in peace in my own room and it's absolutely FREE.

JamesG · 08-01-2011, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by catlover79

I just wait for the movies to come to DVD and I check them out of the library. I can watch them in peace in my own room and it's absolutely FREE.

Since you mostly go to the library for your films, are movies/tv shows also available in Blu-ray at the library?

I was wondering about that.

JamesG · 08-01-2011, 04:46 PM

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Originally Posted by ryan423

LOL, people are complaining about $6-$8 tickets? In New York City, we haven't seen those prices since my infancy! A movie cost $13, while 3D is $17. A matinee, which is only the first show, is $9.

Yeah, it's ridiculous.

When I had time before classes I would go to a matinee since a theater was near my school, it cost about $6.00 four years ago.

Zoneboy · 08-01-2011, 04:50 PM

We have a radio station in town that gives away movie passes each week and I often win them but only once per every 30 days. The only stipulation is that 2 weeks must pass from the date of release before they can be used. I always give them to my Brother, going to the movies really doesn't interest me.

comedyfreak · 08-04-2011, 05:54 AM

I like the Matinee where I live it's only $6 in the evenings it's 9.50.

catlover79 · 01-09-2012, 05:32 AM

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Originally Posted by JamesG

Since you mostly go to the library for your films, are movies/tv shows also available in Blu-ray at the library?

I was wondering about that.

My library just recently started shelving Blu-ray movies/shows.

Torgo · 01-09-2012, 12:03 PM

Rarely go to the theater to see Hollywood Mainstream(unless it's something I really really want to see, or my wife or daughter drag me there) however I will for the most part go see older films re released(most recent was Zombie '79), or current Indie films(Tucker & Dale VS Evil)

I'd rather use the money that I would have spent on a ticket to buy a movie I want, minus the line, annoying people, and super spendy snacks.

07-29-2011, 10:50 PM	#1
Brian Damage I'm Rich Bitch Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 03, 2002 Location: What Ain't No Country I Ever Heard Of...They Speak English in What? Posts: 63,107	Movie Ticket Price Hits All-Time High The price of movie tickets hit a new high in the second quarter of this year climbing to $8.06, according to the National Association of Theater Owners. That means the price of a ticket is up more than 5% over the average for 2010 which was $7.89. That 39 cent increase in the average is one of the biggest such increases in history. This is not the first time the average price has risen above $8 however. It was $8.01 in the fourth quarter of 2010, but then fell to $7.86 in the first quarter of this year. Much of the increase is attributed to the premium charge for 3D movies. Even though the attendance at 3D pictures has been softer than expected for many films this year, there have been enough successful films to drive up the average to a new high water mark. http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/new...peater+Feed%29
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07-31-2011, 10:48 PM	#6
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08-04-2011, 05:54 AM	#13
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07-29-2011, 11:25 PM	#2
dakert Member Forum 3000 Club Member Join Date: May 10, 2007 Location: Altoona PA Posts: 3,411	Here in Altoona PA matinees are 6.50 and evenings are 8.50. I wouldnt pay either for any!!

07-30-2011, 01:40 AM	#4
tiredmike59 Member Senior Member Join Date: Jun 05, 2010 Location: OUTLAW STATE {MO} Posts: 1,868	There are two things they need to bring back in style. 1. The drive-in theatres 2. Cars with large trunk space

08-01-2011, 11:59 AM	#7
ryan423 Member Senior Member Join Date: Oct 15, 2007 Posts: 1,829	LOL, people are complaining about $6-$8 tickets? In New York City, we haven't seen those prices since my infancy! A movie cost $13, while 3D is $17. A matinee, which is only the first show, is $9.

08-01-2011, 04:40 PM	#9
catlover79 God Bless Val Forum Addict Join Date: May 29, 2006 Location: Bewitched in Ohio Posts: 70,382	I just wait for the movies to come to DVD and I check them out of the library. I can watch them in peace in my own room and it's absolutely FREE.

01-09-2012, 12:03 PM	#15
Torgo Omaha & Fritz Forum Star Join Date: Mar 06, 2004 Location: Oregon Posts: 19,033	Rarely go to the theater to see Hollywood Mainstream(unless it's something I really really want to see, or my wife or daughter drag me there) however I will for the most part go see older films re released(most recent was Zombie '79), or current Indie films(Tucker & Dale VS Evil) I'd rather use the money that I would have spent on a ticket to buy a movie I want, minus the line, annoying people, and super spendy snacks.
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