Go to the movies

I normally don't put 'go to the movies' on my seasonal fun/bucket lists but since I haven't been to a theatre for a long time because of COVID, I thought I would this summer. The movie theatres here in Nova Scotia opened back up again last week and on Sunday I decided to take the day to watch a couple of films. 

Photo - IMDb

It's been raining here the last number of days on and off so what better time to go to the movies. I have been a fan of the Fast and Furious franchise for about 10 years now and I rewatched the whole saga a few weeks ago in anticipation of the 9th film coming out. F9 was the first one I went to see yesterday, it was action packed! I won't give anything away but the franchise has certainly moved from the car races to the main characters showing off their muscles. I can see why they have such a large budget as well because there are a lot of vehicles that get ruined, even more in this film. 

After the movie ended, it was supper time so I decided to eat at Boston Pizza since it was close and I was going to another showing in the evening. I ordered their chicken club sandwich which was pretty good, a little spicy for me but I struggle with heat both in food and the weather. 

The second film I went to was the movie adaption of the Broadway musical 'In the Heights'. It was good as well but I have a hard time watching musicals, especially when it's songs made up to sing talking parts. I would recommend this film though. 

Photo - IMDb

Some thoughts I had about going to the theatre during a pandemic and Nova Scotia trying to open up; wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. It could be because I went on a Sunday afternoon and evening but they weren't very busy. You can still get your tickets at the concession stands and the self serve kiosks, however all the films now need a reserved seat so if you want a specific spot in the auditorium or guarantee that it won't be sold out, book your tickets online in advance. They can only sit so many in each auditorium because of social distancing right now and I did see one couple who were told that the movie they wanted to see was sold out when they got to the theatre. Just like other indoor places, you have to wear your mask unless you are eating or drinking. I didn't clue in while I was there but my shoes didn't stick to the floor either so they are clearly cleaning a lot more than they were pre-pandemic. 

Summer bucket list: Go to the movies - CHECK July 4, 2021