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2023-01-22 -Short Attention Span Theater-

History of popcorn: Fun facts about the movie theater snack

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Posted by Skidmark 2023-01-22 00:00|| || Front Page|| [11 views ] Top

#1 Per equal weight
Movie Popcorn cost more than eggs and more per ounce than Filet Mignon.

And the movie theater industry is wondering why ticket sales are down, and chains like Regal Cinema are closing 30+ more theaters.

Posted by NN2N1 2023-01-22 09:04|| 2023-01-22 09:04|| Front Page Top

#2 I was expecting more fun in those facts. I am devastated that there is no juicy gossip, bizarre rituals or hysterical hijinks involving popcorn.

Posted by Super Hose 2023-01-22 10:45|| 2023-01-22 10:45|| Front Page Top

#3 The History Guy has ruined me. I expected pirates.

Posted by Super Hose 2023-01-22 10:46|| 2023-01-22 10:46|| Front Page Top

#4 To NN2N1's point, I understood the ticket sales go to Hollywood while the theaters live off the concession sales.
Based on the sly smile of a theater owner...

Posted by Bobby 2023-01-22 11:01|| 2023-01-22 11:01|| Front Page Top

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