Comments on: I prefer pirated VCD’s than going to movies in Kerala

By: Mani Karthik

Mani Karthik — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 08:57:41 +0000

TG, you’re almost there with me. All I wanted to point out is that the customer is taken for granted, at least in India. They spent crores making movies which is great for themselves and the industry but screw you, I’m not going to any movies where I don’t get to park my vehicle or has stinking toilets, let alone AC and comfortable chairs.
We are at a point where the distribution system is clogged at one end, with advancement in technology and other end where we really have no clue who goes to movies. Somebody got to think about it, and fix it before it worsens, But wait..I really dont want to care about it. You call it Film Industry, I call it “your cash making machine I willfully agree paying for”. This time around I quit for my own good. If you think I’m not a part of your “Film Industry”, I’m clearly standing out.

That’s around what you said already TG, just to echo !

By: TG

TG — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 08:48:46 +0000

The film industry spends crores to create blockbuster movies. But for an investment costing so much, their delivery end to the customer (ie, movie goer) is not addressed at all. I have had enough of cattle pen like queque enclosures, poorly maintained seats, inadequate fans or airconditioning,poor quality snacks and drinks sold at astronomical rates, stinking toilets, inconsiderate and obstructive fellow film viewers, poor parking facilities and what have you.

When I go to buy a 5 Rs pen, I get more service and politeness than when I visit the movies paying 100 bucks each. The shopkeeper shows you all the brands he has, allows you to pick and choose and doesn’t flinch even when you change your mind at the last minute and give the blue pen back, asking for black instead. On the other hand, the theatre staff and management behave as if they’re doing a favour by allowing you into their hallowed premises after your paying through the nose for getting in.

The film makers have to work out standards for the customer end delivery and work with theatre owners to implement them. Otherwise, this trend will only worsen.

Another point is that you cannot fight or reverse technological advancement. The film makers can consider pro active measures like releasing original DVDs and VCDs simulataneouly with the film’s launch. This will stem piracy and increase their revenues simultaneously. Think of it. If tongawallahs and rikshaw wallahs have to make a living, does it means that buses, autos and taxis should be discouraged?

By: Punsons Flora

Punsons Flora — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 15:25:22 +0000

I agreed with Rithesh,,,, Piracy is bad of our future…

By: Arun Basil Lal

Arun Basil Lal — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 19:36:07 +0000

I go with you. esp, with the uncomfortable factor. Watching a movie at home is a lot more fun than going out. I have never been stuck in a queue yet, but where is the fun when you have to save your family from the locals who stare as if they see women for the first time. Why are the people stil the same? I havent travelled much, but I have been to some movie houses in Hyderabad and Bangalore, the people are far far better.

At home watching movies is always fun. no worries untill mom says, its time to study ( I am not a pirate-er myself, but the quality of the pirates is commentable. And with the arrival of cheap moserbaer movie packs, I think piracy has come down to a great extend. )

Arun

By: Mani Karthik

Mani Karthik — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 02:54:21 +0000

Piracy is bad for the industry yes. And I’d like invited premiers.

By: Rithesh

Rithesh — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 02:51:54 +0000

I agree with you. But piracy is bad anyways.