Many struggling cinemas depend on sales of pricey food and drink as ticket revenue mainly goes to film studios. But does banning outside supplies really add up, asks Stuart Heritage
Most UK cinemas are perfectly happy when audiences bring in their own snacks.
And they still make money. From selling snacks.
Because people are lazy and want a good time.
I wouldn’t say that a buy drinks or nachos to support “my” local cinema – it’s still a chain --, but if I feel like it I’m buying from the venue. Many people do. There are always queues for popcorn.
And they still make money. From selling snacks.
Because people are lazy and want a good time.
I wouldn’t say that a buy drinks or nachos to support “my” local cinema – it’s still a chain --, but if I feel like it I’m buying from the venue. Many people do. There are always queues for popcorn.