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geekhack Community => Off Topic => Topic started by: Grim Fandango on Wed, 11 December 2013, 07:49:30
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Was in a " The Hobbit" marathon yesterday (second one showing at midnight release) with my girlfriend.
After the first movie started, my girlfriend leans over to me and tells me that the person behind her is constantly rocking her chair, putting his feet against it and taking them off again, visibly shaking it.
So I turn around smiling, asking them friendly "please, it is bothering her, could you not do that, thanks" . The guy, (one of a group of 3 guys and a girl, probably students) gives me an odd smile and mumbles "sure" . After that, I can hear them asking " what did he want?" and laughing about it. They still put their feet against the chair afterwards, maybe because they do not care, and maybe because of some male bravado thing (these were not teenagers, they must have been about 20-25).
After the break and the second movie is about to begin, I switch chairs with my girlfriend, hoping that they would stop it if I am sitting there. But not only do they continue rocking the chair, they have now also taken their shoes off and have put their feet on top of the empty chair next to me (I constantly have their feet in my peripheral vision). I tap their feet and tell them " Come on man, I asked you nicely....". They take them off , but sure enough, 15 minutes later the feet are there again (I almost could have accepted it if they would not move them all the time).
At this point I become really annoyed, but am unsure what to do. I do not want to get mad and spoil both their and my own evening. So instead I address them very loudly, hoping that when I alert others of their behavior, maybe a slight sense of shame will stop them from doing it again. So I say, not whispering, but pretty loudly, " Come on man, I just want to see the movie, why are you guys rocking my chair and putting your dirty socks next to my face, "dat doe je toch niet?" (Dutch for " have some common decency", though a much stronger expression). So the guy leans over, and very quietly whispers "why does it bother you?" . I tell him (loudly again) it bothers me, and regardless, I asked you not to do it, so why would you? At this point people started looking at us. On the one hand I feel guilty because now I am bothering other people. On the other, I can tell they are uncomfortable, which is what I intended to do, and sure enough, they did not do it afterwards.
After the movie is over and we stand up, a couple behind us (sitting next to them) told my girlfriend " What a bunch of jerks" , which kind of makes me feel better about addressing them so loudly. Still, even though it should not affect me, it kind of made the whole experience a lot less fun for me, because I spent so much time being annoyed and distracted by them. And being a typical male perhaps, scenario's of them telling me to go "F" myself, and popcorn and fists flying all over the place in a fight to establish theater hierarchy had already taken place in my mind.
Ever had a situation like this? How would you deal with it? It always catches me of guard when people behave like this, and I never really have an answer for it. Other situations like this I have been in was when a girl refused to take her bag off a chair in a full train where people were standing ,and when my dad asked someone in a waiting room for a restaurant not to smoke (my dad is a really, nice guy and asked in a more friendly way than I even would be able to) the guy just flat out ignored him... ( I let it slide, knowing that we would only be there for a minute or so )
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I have had a ton of such experience. But I don't think you can apply Russian methods of dealing with such people in the Netherlands.
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I have had a ton of such experience. But I don't think you can apply Russian methods of dealing with such people in the Netherlands.
Tell us anyways.....inquiring minds want to know.....
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Go to see films after they've been out for some time, so that your hall is quite empty. That's my preference.
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Go to see films after they've been out for some time, so that your hall is quite empty. That's my preference.
This. Or go to the 13:00 showing, when no one else is there.
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Go to see films after they've been out for some time, so that your hall is quite empty. That's my preference.
I took my oldest kid the other night to see 'Frozen' and there were like 5 of us total in the theater....it was on a Tuesday night I think....
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You did the right thing, don't feel bad about it. They were the ones that were out of line, not you. I'd say you handled the situation as anyone else would/should have.
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You did the perfectly right thing.
If it was me I would have either just got up and moved somewhere else, or sat behind them and done the same thing. Depending on if I had a **** day or not.
Guess that shows my character, but I am what I am.
Although my mind does spring to the cinema scene from "God Bless America"
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People are jerks, I had a few of these experiences too. Best bet is to ignore if they won't listen.
I assume you went to Pathé, they have a number you can text to report behavior like this. It's shown at the start of the movie.
I just tend to stick to smaller theaters these days. :/
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People suck.
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A punch in the eye?
They don't care just because most people tend to stay quiet when confronted ...
I'm not a bully but you know, some people deserve a punch in the eye.
>:D
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I would have punched him in the feet. Would love for him to explain how I did that.
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If it was me I would have just got up
ftfy
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A punch in the eye?
They don't care just because most people tend to stay quiet when confronted ...
I'm not a bully but you know, some people deserve a punch in the eye.
>:D
a gentle kick in the crotch would do.
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Hahaha... Good play.. good play...
What I do is... I stay home put on my "arrrgh matey" hat, and wait 2 months for the B-ray...
(http://www.freesmileys.org/emoticons/tuzki-bunnys/tuzki-bunny-emoticon-025.gif)
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In my old age its rare I get or want to see a movie, so I would most likely just go get the bouncer and have them escorted out back. It doesnt benefit me to deal with the situation myself.
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I'd say you handled it good but should have got an employee. I do the same thing but if they continue I get an employee and then they always stop or leave. I hate when people text or talk on the phone. But kicking the chair is high up there. Man oh man I can't believe how many dude people are out there.. Doesn't really matter what theater you go to. I do try to go to some weekday early showings and that helps
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I find it incredible that the people have this kind of behaviour at a movie marathon. You would expect fans that go to a marathon to be able to behave.
I usually avoid going to the movies at peak hours (Friday night, weekends) to avoid scumbags such as these.
If I were Grim Fandango, I would probably have lit my staff and stabbed the ******* with the tip of my Glamdring. I don't have the patience.
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I'd say you handled it good but should have got an employee. I do the same thing but if they continue I get an employee and then they always stop or leave. I hate when people text or talk on the phone. But kicking the chair is high up there. Man oh man I can't believe how many dude people are out there.. Doesn't really matter what theater you go to. I do try to go to some weekday early showings and that helps
why subject urself to abuse, or even risk it..
Geekhack movie night on Saturdays only friendly GH people.. and unless you own a monkey, there will be nothing on your back. (http://www.cute-factor.com/images/smilies/onion/th_113_.gif)
Also there is the one kid who comes in and shout racist remarks and curse words.. He's not a bad kid I'm sure.. Just odd...(http://www.cute-factor.com/images/smilies/onion/70bff581.gif)
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Social pressure, you yell 'what the ****' as loud as you can. The 300 stinkeyes take care of the rest
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Social pressure, you yell 'what the ****' as loud as you can. The 300 stinkeyes take care of the rest
You have to be careful what you say and how you say it, unless you're ready and willing to face what you provoke. I know that if someone said something like that to me, my first reaction would be to stand up and yell back, ready to fight. Saying the right thing in the right way is key in certain situations, and I think the OP handled it well.
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I was watching some pirated copy of something recently and the guy with the camcorder turns around during a pivotal scene and says "If you can't get your fat cow of a girlfriend to chew quietly I'm gonna rip your ****ing balls off and shove them down your throat. Some of us are trying to make a ****ing living here." This was by far the best scene in the movie :))
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I was watching some pirated copy of something recently and the guy with the camcorder turns around during a pivotal scene and says "If you can't get your fat cow of a girlfriend to chew quietly I'm gonna rip your ****ing balls off and shove them down your throat. Some of us are trying to make a ****ing living here." This was by far the best scene in the movie :))
hahaaa
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I was watching some pirated copy of something recently and the guy with the camcorder turns around during a pivotal scene and says "If you can't get your fat cow of a girlfriend to chew quietly I'm gonna rip your ****ing balls off and shove them down your throat. Some of us are trying to make a ****ing living here." This was by far the best scene in the movie :))
WHAT!!! hahaha
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I was trying to remember what movie it was: Kick Ass 2 at about 25 minutes in
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Thanks for all the responses guys.
The sad thing is that I already avoid the bigger movie theaters if I can, especially those in the center of the city I live in. This was a small theater (Cinerama in Rotterdam, for the Dutch people among us), on a Tuesday evening, during an event that you would expect to attract fans who will not distract or annoy you , so this kind of behavior is kind of unexpected.
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during an event that you would expect to attract fans who will not distract or annoy you , so this kind of behavior is kind of unexpected.
I feel you, bro.
I was at the Doctor Who 50th Anniversary movie screening, and I had this annoying chubby girl in a Doctor style coat and a fez, with a ****ty plastic sonic screwdriver squealing and pointing out every ****ing detail displayed on a big freaking canvas that's right up in your face and 3D, along with every single show reference.
In front of me there were some hairgel-helmeted dude bros in cardigans on their phones throughout the entire movie. I also noticed some slight kicking. As you said, surprised to see this kind of behaviour from *allegedly* dedicated fans.
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Had a similar experience here in Perth (yes we do have films here in this convict settlement).
Needless to say it disturbed my Mrs and I, so decided to follow them into the public toilets at the cinema. Let's just say all three of the moron's failed to return back into their seats and us two enjoyed the rest of the film unmolested. I always hated P.O.Sh!ts who think they can disturb other people's enjoyment, always remember in toilet's there are NO camera's and no one will know what went on.
There are times to ignore bad behaviour and there are times you take personnel satisfaction in delivering some justice to these type of arseholes.
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And thats why Elrick was removed from the UK and shipped to Oz :o
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Had a similar experience here in Perth (yes we do have films here in this convict settlement).
Needless to say it disturbed my Mrs and I, so decided to follow them into the public toilets at the cinema. Let's just say all three of the moron's failed to return back into their seats and us two enjoyed the rest of the film unmolested. I always hated P.O.Sh!ts who think they can disturb other people's enjoyment, always remember in toilet's there are NO camera's and no one will know what went on.
There are times to ignore bad behaviour and there are times you take personnel satisfaction in delivering some justice to these type of arseholes.
Damn that's badass.. I wish I was a fighter. If anyone is texting or talking during the hobbit this weekend I'm going to be pissed as hell... I already know 5% minimum will be....
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I'm pretty big guy so I would just stand up and say "Stop." Seems to work for me.
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you should have just lit his sock on fire
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And thats why Elrick was removed from the UK and shipped to Oz :o
is breaking the law still a requirement? i have a clean record, that means i can't emigrate to australia? :(
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You change your seats to behind them and do the same ****. **** them *****es.
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You change your seats to behind them and do the same ****. **** them *****es.
This is why i love back row
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And thats why Elrick was removed from the UK and shipped to Oz :o
is breaking the law still a requirement? i have a clean record, that means i can't emigrate to australia? :(
Breaking the law, I always laugh at that because you need to look at where you're at to first to determine whether it's safe to go ballistic on these type of sh!ts. So far, have never been caught - hence you know how far to push it. Lets just say they won't be needing their front teeth since kissing the toilets and piss stained floors...... although one of them had cracked the porcelain :thumb: .
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Now im hoping there is a picture of Elrick in the Many faces thread incase I ever run into him and piss him off.
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And thats why Elrick was removed from the UK and shipped to Oz :o
is breaking the law still a requirement? i have a clean record, that means i can't emigrate to australia? :(
Breaking the law, I always laugh at that because you need to look at where you're at to first to determine whether it's safe to go ballistic on these type of sh!ts. So far, have never been caught - hence you know how far to push it. Lets just say they won't be needing their front teeth since kissing the toilets and piss stained floors...... although one of them had cracked the porcelain :thumb: .
let me guess... you used a champagne bottle?
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Get up and stare at him without saying anything...
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...for like 10 seconds, usually works :3
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Get up and stare at him without saying anything...
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...for like 10 seconds, usually works :3
and who is this guy in reality? :p
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Get up and stare at him without saying anything...
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...for like 10 seconds, usually works :3
and who is this guy in reality? :p
probably a selfie?
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Are you really William Shatner?? :o
this is amazing!! :D
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Threaten to sue
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Are you really William Shatner?? :o
this is amazing!! :D
Actually I am Batman!
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Are you really William Shatner?? :o
this is amazing!! :D
Actually I am Batman!
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Clearly not....
http://geekhack.org/index.php?action=profile;u=21462
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Clearly a imposter...
Batman doesn't live in France, he lives in the Batcave!
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Clearly a imposter...
Batman doesn't live in France, he lives in the Batcave!
This is true....must be an interloper
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Social pressure, you yell 'what the ****' as loud as you can. The 300 stinkeyes take care of the rest
You have to be careful what you say and how you say it, unless you're ready and willing to face what you provoke. I know that if someone said something like that to me, my first reaction would be to stand up and yell back, ready to fight. Saying the right thing in the right way is key in certain situations, and I think the OP handled it well.
Well he has already provoked you, I'd be ready to stab him in the eye with a straw
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Just went to a 9am showing of the hobbit it was great!!! No one ruined anything no one was on their phone. Good ol early movies.. Also they have get this.. All seats are reserved seating now like a concert! Hell yea now I can tell the manager the exact seat they're in and they'll have their spot and credit info you name it. No more people sneaking in and talking on their phones the whole movie. Also they have leather reclining automatic seating it's amazing. Marcus theaters.
Get up and stare at him without saying anything...
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...for like 10 seconds, usually works :3
Hey thats Air Tree right? I talked to him a bit.
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Just stand up, slowly turn around, unzip your fly, and start peeing right in their face. I promise 90% of people will be so shocked they'll have no idea what to do, and the most you can get is an indecent exposure charge. No jail time, just sweet sweet piss revenge.
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Just stand up, slowly turn around, unzip your fly, and start peeing right in their face. I promise 90% of people will be so shocked they'll have no idea what to do, and the most you can get is an indecent exposure charge. No jail time, just sweet sweet piss revenge.
nawh dude.. anything involving penis.. you risk sexual harassment charges.
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Just stand up, slowly turn around, unzip your fly, and start peeing right in their face. I promise 90% of people will be so shocked they'll have no idea what to do, and the most you can get is an indecent exposure charge. No jail time, just sweet sweet piss revenge.
nawh dude.. anything involving penis.. you risk sexual harassment charges.
"I always carry around this water pistol full of my own urine for occasions such as this. I'M NOT CRAZY!"
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Just stand up, slowly turn around, unzip your fly, and start peeing right in their face. I promise 90% of people will be so shocked they'll have no idea what to do, and the most you can get is an indecent exposure charge. No jail time, just sweet sweet piss revenge.
nawh dude.. anything involving penis.. you risk sexual harassment charges.
"I always carry around this water pistol full of my own urine for occasions such as this. I'M NOT CRAZY!"
well make sure u keep that thing fresh.. urea buildup in the container is nasty and hard to clean..
I am also not crazy....(http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/e/x/excitedblushplz.gif?1)
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Just stand up, slowly turn around, unzip your fly, and start peeing right in their face. I promise 90% of people will be so shocked they'll have no idea what to do, and the most you can get is an indecent exposure charge. No jail time, just sweet sweet piss revenge.
LMFAO! I'd love to see someone do that to someone on a phone!
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Just stand up, slowly turn around, unzip your fly, and start peeing right in their face. I promise 90% of people will be so shocked they'll have no idea what to do, and the most you can get is an indecent exposure charge. No jail time, just sweet sweet piss revenge.
LMAO
Seriously though, physical intimidation would be a natural response for many people, and it would be to me 5-10 years ago. Now however, I do not think that is the best way to go about it. Not that I would hurt anyone, but I am much taller and bigger than they were. And no, I am not some misguided fatguy who thinks he is a badass.....
(http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af273/Chapa37/gif/celebrity-gifs-brad-pitt-workout.gif)
Work out rrrday, but not with the intention of hurting pale little scumbags...
It was never a situation where I felt intimidated though, just really annoyed.
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Just stand up, slowly turn around, unzip your fly, and start peeing right in their face. I promise 90% of people will be so shocked they'll have no idea what to do, and the most you can get is an indecent exposure charge. No jail time, just sweet sweet piss revenge.
playing crazy card is a nice idea, but it doesn't always work. just imagine one of those guys biting off your cock.
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Just stand up, slowly turn around, unzip your fly, and start peeing right in their face. I promise 90% of people will be so shocked they'll have no idea what to do, and the most you can get is an indecent exposure charge. No jail time, just sweet sweet piss revenge.
playing crazy card is a nice idea, but it doesn't always work. just imagine one of those guys biting off your cock.
Well, now you got me all hot and bothered....
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I never had this happen to me in a theater but I think you did the right thing.
As you said another couple noticed the behavior and didn't speak up. I think in situations like these speaking up and highlighting this behavior allows other people to jump in.
On the other hand I think you socking the guy wouldn't be out of line either but getting into a fight like that with your GF sitting next to you like that doesn't win any brownie points.
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Go to see films after they've been out for some time, so that your hall is quite empty. That's my preference.
i just go as early as possible on a sunday.
and as bad as it sounds, i avoid the "hood" cinemas as much as possible. no matter how cheap they are.
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OH actually I forgot.
Just pretend you are the doctor and go up and sonic them (make do with a pen if necessary)
If that doesn't work then wing it.