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That’s the Way the Corn Pops… Why Popcorn is the Snack of the Movies

Sophie Serage, University of Massachusetts, Boston

Whether you are in the theater with the masses or lounging alone on your couch at, popcorn just feels like the right snack. Why is that?…

November 27, 2023

An illustration of inside the movie theaters with the silver screen.

Movie Theaters Are Still the Best Places To Watch New Releases

Aly Walters, Michigan State University

Streaming may provide convenience for at-home viewing, but it doesn’t beat out the experience that can only be found at your local cinema.…

April 28, 2022

In article about No Time To Die, James Bond falls while holding a gun

Is ‘No Time To Die’ Worth Watching in Theaters?

Sonia Noorbakhsh, UC Berkeley

James Bond is the star of yet another action-packed film, but there are both pros and cons of going out to watch this new movie instead of waiting for it to stream.…

October 26, 2021

Illustration of couple sitting in their car at a drive-in theatre

Drive-in Theaters Are Making a Comeback

Jackie Sizing, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

COVID-19 has led to the loss of many fun summer pastimes, but now it's bringing back a much-loved activity.…

July 9, 2020

7 Reasons Why You Should See Movies in the Theater

Tatianna Salisbury, Northern Illinois University

From specialized booze to buttered popcorn, movie theaters provide an experience that can’t be rivaled.…

June 10, 2017

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