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Movie theaters have had a rough 12 months. Due to pandemic prohibitions and the public's general hesitations about taking part in large indoor gatherings, multiplexes are no longer the entertainment hub they once were.
But as vaccination rates increase, so does optimism. Box office numbers are growing, and it may not be long before attendees are enjoying summer blockbusters with a lap full of food. Pricey movie theater concessions, after all, are responsible for roughly 40 percent of a cinema's profits. (Ticket prices are shared with film studios.) Whether you’re among those anxious to return to the theater or choose to opt out for a bit longer, take a look at some interesting facts behind the concession business.
1. THE FIRST MOVIE THEATERS BANNED SNACKS.
Continued below.
Let's All Go to the Lobby: 8 Facts About Movie Theater Snacks
But as vaccination rates increase, so does optimism. Box office numbers are growing, and it may not be long before attendees are enjoying summer blockbusters with a lap full of food. Pricey movie theater concessions, after all, are responsible for roughly 40 percent of a cinema's profits. (Ticket prices are shared with film studios.) Whether you’re among those anxious to return to the theater or choose to opt out for a bit longer, take a look at some interesting facts behind the concession business.
1. THE FIRST MOVIE THEATERS BANNED SNACKS.
Continued below.
Let's All Go to the Lobby: 8 Facts About Movie Theater Snacks