After months of imposed exile, cinema houses have opened their doors to us again. While movie buffs embraced the option of streaming their choice of movie at will, lounging at home in their most worn-out pyjamas, the ability to watch movies in cinemas has been a true Christmas miracle!
Convenience and economics aside, nothing can come close to the experience of movie theatres. It’s not even about the movie you go to watch – it’s about the wait to be allowed entry, the smell of fresh popcorn, groping your way through the dark, and laughing, crying, and jeering with all those around you.
Cinema Operations in Covid Times
While theatres heave a sigh of relief at being able to resume screening movies, they have all been particularly stringent in following cinema safety guidelines and protocol. On our part, we also have to ensure we do what’s needed to keep ourselves safe. Here are some tips:
While cinema theatres have sanitizers available in lines with COVID-19 safety guidelines, ensure you carry your own.
Ensure you make contactless purchases when buying refreshments before and during the show.
Check that you have the Arogya Setu app installed on your phone before you reach the cinema theatre. You’re not going to be let in without it.
Adjacent seats are meant to be left vacant. It may be a dampener for all the couples looking for a chance to hold hands during a romantic film, but that’s what the rules dictate. Look on the bright side, there’s much more room to spread out your drink and snacks now!
Wear your masks while entering, during the break, and while using all public spaces beyond your seat. It may be a little bit suffocating, but it’s only in your best interest.
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