Films Thread

[kjshoe04]

I really don't like watching movies with subtitles. I feel like all I do is look at the bottom of the screen.

[IamtheHBOMB]

I really don't like watching movies with subtitles. I feel like all I do is look at the bottom of the screen.

 

I've heard people I know make this same comment and I feel bad for them in a way -- because I know they will probably miss out on some fantastic movies because they don't like or have a hard time keeping up with subtitles.

 

I don't think that the experience of watching a foreign language film is much different than watching modern news or sports programs. Those types of shows often have graphics that frequently change as well as scrolling text at the bottom of the screen. There is arguably more for the brain to take in and process in those scenarios than with a subtitled movie.

 

[BigSqwert]

I really don't like watching movies with subtitles. I feel like all I do is look at the bottom of the screen.

You should go get your G.E.D. and learn how to read.

 

[T R U]

Saw was pretty good, I was satisfied with how they decided to close the series out..

[Steve9347]

'Arthur' remake looks promising.

 

 

 

Yes, Batman has a flask.

[Milkman delivers]

Saw was pretty good, I was satisfied with how they decided to close the series out..

 

Until they make another one in a year.

[T R U]

Until they make another one in a year.

 

I dunno, this was suppose to be the last one

[Milkman delivers]

I dunno, this was suppose to be the last one

 

I swear they said the same thing for the previous one, too.

 

EDIT: I could be thinking of Final Destination, but I'm pretty sure both franchises have done it.

Edited October 29, 2010 by Milkman delivers

[nitetrain8601]

I swear they said the same thing for the previous one, too.

 

EDIT: I could be thinking of Final Destination, but I'm pretty sure both franchises have done it.

 

Yeah, I remember seeing the only Saw I've ever watched. I think it was Saw 6 and they promoted it partly as the last Saw. They've been saying it for awhile, but it makes too much money, so they're never going to end it.

[kjshoe04]

I've heard people I know make this same comment and I feel bad for them in a way -- because I know they will probably miss out on some fantastic movies because they don't like or have a hard time keeping up with subtitles.

 

I don't think that the experience of watching a foreign language film is much different than watching modern news or sports programs. Those types of shows often have graphics that frequently change as well as scrolling text at the bottom of the screen. There is arguably more for the brain to take in and process in those scenarios than with a subtitled movie.

Yeah I have a friend that really can't keep up with them. I can keep up but my eyes always stay focused down there so I don't miss something and I have a hard time getting into the movie. I have a hard time getting interested in movies as it is so that really kind of kills any chance.

[Kyyle23]

Yeah I have a friend that really can't keep up with them. I can keep up but my eyes always stay focused down there so I don't miss something and I have a hard time getting into the movie. I have a hard time getting interested in movies as it is so that really kind of kills any chance.

 

Stop watching for the girls to take their tops off. Other things happen in movies you know.

[Steve9347]

Jackass 3D was indeed hilarious.

[SouthsideDon48]

Yeah I have a friend that really can't keep up with them. I can keep up but my eyes always stay focused down there so I don't miss something and I have a hard time getting into the movie. I have a hard time getting interested in movies as it is so that really kind of kills any chance.

I really wish all movies in movie theaters had subtitles.

 

I can't enjoy movies at the movie theaters because I can't hear everything they're saying, so I miss out on A LOT of the plot because I'm missing out on the dialogue.

 

So, because of that I only go to the movie theater once a year, if that.

 

I don't think it's fair, though. We have handicapped parking spaces, braille for the blind at entranceways, handicap access ramps for people on wheelchairs, but no subtitles at movie theaters for people who can't hear well.

 

The movie theater industry is losing a lot of money because there's millions of people like me staying home because movies at movie theaters are not subtitled.

[Kyyle23]

Don, isnt there special hearing aids for movie theatres if you ask for them?

[Brian]

So, "Unstoppable"....dumbest movie title of the year?

 

My buddy saw an advanced screening and enjoyed it as a mindless action movie. Nothing special.

 

 

 

[T R U]

I really wish all movies in movie theaters had subtitles.

 

I can't enjoy movies at the movie theaters because I can't hear everything they're saying, so I miss out on A LOT of the plot because I'm missing out on the dialogue.

 

So, because of that I only go to the movie theater once a year, if that.

 

I don't think it's fair, though. We have handicapped parking spaces, braille for the blind at entranceways, handicap access ramps for people on wheelchairs, but no subtitles at movie theaters for people who can't hear well.

 

The movie theater industry is losing a lot of money because there's millions of people like me staying home because movies at movie theaters are not subtitled.

 

That;s a terrible idea unless you are talking about a special theater ONLY for people who cant hear..

 

I wouldn't want to have annoying subtitles on every movie I see

[SouthsideDon48]

Don, isnt there special hearing aids for movie theatres if you ask for them?

I never heard of special hearing aids, but here's an article that kind of gives some details about some accomodations that can be made...

 

http://www.azag.gov/press_releases/april/2...ity%20Case.html

 

plus, I prefer something along the lines of subtitles, because I'm more visually-inclined when I watch tv and movies. I tend to watch and depend on closed captioning, and I use my ears to listen for what the captioning/subtitles is saying, as if I'm reading along. I hope that makes sense.

[SouthsideDon48]

That;s a terrible idea unless you are talking about a special theater ONLY for people who cant hear..

 

I wouldn't want to have annoying subtitles on every movie I see

No offense, man, but that reeks of "separate but equal" doctrines that led to the civil rights movement. ADA laws require reasonable accomodations for public facilities, and it's ridiculous that movie theaters have been able to get away with it for so long.

 

And why should I, and millions of other people with hearing disabilities, be deprived of enjoying a movie just because other people "don't want to see annoying subtitles" on the screen? It's not fair, really.

 

I think seeing handicap parking spaces in parking lots is annoying, but I put up with it anyway.

[Milkman delivers]

No offense, man, but that reeks of "separate but equal" doctrines that led to the civil rights movement. ADA laws require reasonable accomodations for public facilities, and it's ridiculous that movie theaters have been able to get away with it for so long.

 

And why should I, and millions of other people with hearing disabilities, be deprived of enjoying a movie just because other people "don't want to see annoying subtitles" on the screen? It's not fair, really.

 

I think seeing handicap parking spaces in parking lots is annoying, but I put up with it anyway.

 

On the flip side, why should people without hearing impairments have to deal with subtitles on the screen? I'm just playing devil's advocate here, but unnecessary subtitles definitely take away from my experience. I've had to sit and watch a TV with subtitles on the screen and I always feel compelled to read them, which I feel is a detriment to my experience.

[knightni]

What about a pair of glasses that you put on that virtually puts captions on the screen?

[The Gooch]

No offense, man, but that reeks of "separate but equal" doctrines that led to the civil rights movement. ADA laws require reasonable accomodations for public facilities, and it's ridiculous that movie theaters have been able to get away with it for so long.

 

And why should I, and millions of other people with hearing disabilities, be deprived of enjoying a movie just because other people "don't want to see annoying subtitles" on the screen? It's not fair, really.

 

I think seeing handicap parking spaces in parking lots is annoying, but I put up with it anyway.

 

"Reasonable accomadations" is a subjective term, and it would be up to a judge to decide what reasonable means in cases like these. Also, its not separate but equal if non hearing impaired individuals can attend the theaters as well. But I don't think an entire theater like that would be the best answer anyways. I definitely think that the theaters should have 1-3 screens that play movies with subtitles. They could rotate the movies every week, so that everyone would get a chance to see all of the movies while they are out.

[Milkman delivers]

Saw Due Date. It was pretty funny, but not that great.

The funniest part was when Robert Downey, Jr. punched that kid in the stomach.

[StrangeSox]

"Reasonable accomadations" is a subjective term, and it would be up to a judge to decide what reasonable means in cases like these. Also, its not separate but equal if non hearing impaired individuals can attend the theaters as well. But I don't think an entire theater like that would be the best answer anyways. I definitely think that the theaters should have 1-3 screens that play movies with subtitles. They could rotate the movies every week, so that everyone would get a chance to see all of the movies while they are out.

 

They make hearing aids with receivers (t-coils, I think). If the venue (movie theater, concert hall, church, etc.) transmits the audio, you can pick it up. Wouldn't work for the totally deaf, though.

[Steve9347]

I'm heading to "Due Date" tonight expecting to be disappointed.

[knightni]

I think that my glasses idea might work.