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There will be fewer "guest tickets" this season, due to our number of members and limited seating. To bring a guest, you MUST call the Society office at 619/280-1600 ext. 4 (no later than 4PM the day of the show) then leave your name, phone number and the name of the guest. If you don't hear from us, expect a guest pass at the information desk. Guest tickets run $20 each. Passing your season ticket onto others is not only permissible—it's encouraged (we expose new people to the series). To do so, simply hand your pass to them (be sure to get it returned) and your guest is treated as yourself. If, however, you physically can't hand the pass to your guest, call the office at 619/280-1600 and press ext. 4 (no later than 4PM the day of the show) for member transfer, listing your name, membership number and name of your guest. Upon arrival, your guest will find a special ticket at our information desk. Our home is the AMC La Jolla, and our main night is Tuesday, but once in a while we take field trips (like to the Space Theater) or to other venues for special reasons. Likewise, if a special guest can only join us on a different night than Tuesday, or we find ourselves with more than one film in a given week, we will offer a night other than Tuesday. Normally we hold a "cinema chat" at 7:00PM, introduce films at 7:10PM and screen movies at 7:30PM with a discussion immediately following, but there may be instances when we must split the group into two showings over two time periods in one auditorium; in that case, member numbers 001 to 400 will be in one group, and those 401 and above in another. Complete notice of any changes to the "norm" during the season will be highlighted in our newsletter. Auditorium Four and Auditorium Five are physically identical. For our purposes, they show the same film, and Andy runs between the two to announce identical introductions, news and notes. But they are very different— Number Four is our "discussion auditorium", reserved for those wishing to remain 20 minutes following the screenings to talk about the films, many times with honored guests. Those in Number Five are either unable to stay for a discussion, not wishing to do so, OR unsure if they wish to stay. THOSE IN NUMBER FIVE deciding to hear our discussions are encouraged to walk over to theater Four following the screening to join in the discussion! If you love to sit with a friend who always stays, but you never do— but you want to sit together, PLEASE begin in theater Five. It's embarrassing to our guests for those in the discussion auditorium to walk out as they are formally walking up to the front of the auditorium for a discussion (they normally turn to me and say, "Andy, where are they going?"). Members are required to bring your pass to all events for identification purposes. It's particularly important for us because we are in a commercial movie theater with patrons not associated with our group; hence, the need to show your pass at both the courtyard doors AND the auditorium doors of the facility. The shape and size of the pass, coupled with the neck chain element, makes it rather easy to bring to events. But things happen, and if you forget your pass, our staff of volunteers will take the time to look your name and number up and make out a temporary pass for that evening. However, after 3 times, we figure you've lost it, and will void your pass number and issue you a new card with a new number. When a new card is issued, it involves voiding out the old number, printing a new sticker with your name on it, grabbing a new pass, punching it for the neck chain and adding the chain, and then making sure you get the new pass. That's all fine, but we average 40 members a season losing their passes, and, so, a fee of $20 is accessed for each season pass lost (not bringing your pass three times is considered lost). It's difficult to "take control" over the AMC La Jolla 12 Theatres, since we are tenants, but the Society works closely with AMC officials to present the finest projection and sound in an ideal environment for watching movies. But sometimes it gets too loud, too soft, too hot, too cold, a seat is broken, the movie slips out of frame. It happens. For this season Andy will oversee quality control in Auditorium 4, while a Cinema Society member will be asked to serve as "Quality Control Director" for Auditorium 5 and, together, we will have walkie talkie's to the projection booth. Beginning at 7PM (10 minutes prior to formally opening remarks), Andy will be in discussion auditorium #4 to mix it up with those members wishing to chat about hits and misses not showcased at the Cinema Society. Simple. Turn to anyone and ask this question, "What did you think of the last film", and then introduce yourself. We have a first come, first served seating policy—other than for special guests, we don't offer reserve seats. It's understandable that family members and friends enjoy sitting with each other, and that people have favorite seats (if hearing is a problem, sit closer to the screen). To save a seat next to you or two seats for a couple is fine, but more than that won't be acceptable. And once we hit 7:10PM— when formal introductions are announced— there will be no reserved seating at all. MEMBERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO OVERSEE THIS AND ACT ACCORDINGLY. If you "don't sit in the fourth row" or you must have an end seat, you're advised to get to the theater early, line up, and enter when we open the doors. Cell phones and pagers are important tools, but they have no business being turned "on" inside auditoriums of a Cinema Society event. It's not just the sound of the ring that's disruptive to the film viewing process; it's the follow up whispers of "I'm at the Cinema Society...it's a film from France...I'll have to call you back" that's annoying to those sitting around the cell phone user. We don't hold events in family rooms—this is a public facility, shared by fellow film lovers. For the respect of fellow members, and to the filmmakers, please turn OFF cell phones and pagers. IF members are seated near a phone or pager that rings during a screening, you have permission to (lightly) tap the person's shoulder, reminding them that silence is golden at the movies! No big deal, if you're talking before introductory remarks and after the discussion is completed. But some members are speaking as introductory remarks are announced, and during the screenings and discussions. It may seem like "no big deal", but it is, for Cinema Society members want to hear the film clearly, without distractions. A soft whisper can be heard, and those doing it, I believe, don't realize it— they think they're home watching their TV. The specialness of the movies is that you can share an experience with others—laugh and cry—but breaking the mood with a chat is not only annoying to those around you—it's sending the wrong signal as a Cinema Society ambassador (remember crying rooms?). If someone around you begins chatting, you have the right to turn and alert them (in a proper manner), either by a tap on the shoulder or a request to please stop talking and they should simply nod their head in thanks. No fist fights, please. Do the right thing, and let's watch these movies in peace and harmony. People shouldn't talk at movies, at the opera, at a symphony concert, or at a live theater performance. It's simply wrong. There will be fewer "guest tickets" this season, due to our number of members and limited seating. To bring a guest, you MUST call the Society office at 619/280-1600 ext. 4 (no later than 4PM the day of the show) then leave your name, phone number and the name of the guest. If you don't hear from us, expect a guest pass at the information desk. Guest tickets run $20 each. Passing your season ticket onto others is not only permissible—it's encouraged (we expose new people to the series). To do so, simply hand your pass to them (be sure to get it returned) and your guest is treated as yourself. If, however, you physically can't hand the pass to your guest, call the office at 619/280-1600 and press ext. 4 (no later than 4PM the day of the show) for member transfer, listing your name, membership number and name of your guest. Upon arrival, your guest will find a special ticket at our information desk. Our home is the UltraStar Scottsdale Pavilions Theater, near Indian Bend and the Loop 101 on selected Thursday evenings at 7:00pm from November through April. Normally we hold a "cinema chat" at 7:00PM, followed by an introduction of the film, screening, with a discussion immediately following. Members are required to bring your pass to all events for identification purposes. It's particularly important for us because we are in a commercial movie theater with patrons not associated with our group; hence, the need to show your pass at both the courtyard doors AND the auditorium doors of the facility. The shape and size of the pass, coupled with the neck chain element, makes it rather easy to bring to events. But things happen, and if you forget your pass, our staff of volunteers will take the time to look your name and number up and make out a temporary pass for that evening. However, after 3 times, we figure you've lost it, and will void your pass number and issue you a new card with a new number. When a new card is issued, it involves voiding out the old number, printing a new sticker with your name on it, grabbing a new pass, punching it for the neck chain and adding the chain, and then making sure you get the new pass. That's all fine, but we average 40 members a season losing their passes, and, so, a fee of $20 is accessed for each season pass lost (not bringing your pass three times is considered lost). At the beginning of each Cinema Society evenings, Andy will mix it up with those members wishing to chat about hits and misses not showcased at the Cinema Society. Simple. Turn to anyone and ask this question, "What did you think of the last film", and then introduce yourself. We have a first come, first served seating policy—other than for special guests, we don't offer reserve seats. It's understandable that family members and friends enjoy sitting with each other, and that people have favorite seats (if hearing is a problem, sit closer to the screen). To save a seat next to you or two seats for a couple is fine, but more than that won't be acceptable. MEMBERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO OVERSEE THIS AND ACT ACCORDINGLY. If you "don't sit in the fourth row" or you must have an end seat, you're advised to get to the theater early, line up, and enter when we open the doors. Cell phones and pagers are important tools, but they have no business being turned "on" inside auditoriums of a Cinema Society event. It's not just the sound of the ring that's disruptive to the film viewing process; it's the follow up whispers of "I'm at the Cinema Society...it's a film from France...I'll have to call you back" that's annoying to those sitting around the cell phone user. We don't hold events in family rooms—this is a public facility, shared by fellow film lovers. For the respect of fellow members, and to the filmmakers, please turn OFF cell phones and pagers. IF members are seated near a phone or pager that rings during a screening, you have permission to (lightly) tap the person's shoulder, reminding them that silence is golden at the movies! No big deal, if you're talking before introductory remarks and after the discussion is completed. But some members are speaking as introductory remarks are announced, and during the screenings and discussions. It may seem like "no big deal", but it is, for Cinema Society members want to hear the film clearly, without distractions. A soft whisper can be heard, and those doing it, I believe, don't realize it— they think they're home watching their TV. The specialness of the movies is that you can share an experience with others—laugh and cry—but breaking the mood with a chat is not only annoying to those around you—it's sending the wrong signal as a Cinema Society ambassador (remember crying rooms?). If someone around you begins chatting, you have the right to turn and alert them (in a proper manner), either by a tap on the shoulder or a request to please stop talking and they should simply nod their head in thanks. No fist fights, please. Do the right thing, and let's watch these movies in peace and harmony. People shouldn't talk at movies, at the opera, at a symphony concert, or at a live theater performance. It's simply wrong. There will be fewer "guest tickets" this season, due to our number of members and limited seating. To bring a guest, you MUST call the Society office at 619/280-1600 ext. 4 (no later than 4PM the day of the show) then leave your name, phone number and the name of the guest. If you don't hear from us, expect a guest pass at the information desk. Guest tickets run $20 each. Passing your season ticket onto others is not only permissible—it's encouraged (we expose new people to the series). To do so, simply hand your pass to them (be sure to get it returned) and your guest is treated as yourself. If, however, you physically can't hand the pass to your guest, call the office at 619/280-1600 and press ext. 4 (no later than 4PM the day of the show) for member transfer, listing your name, membership number and name of your guest. Upon arrival, your guest will find a special ticket at our information desk. Our home is the UlttaStar Surprise Pointe Theaters on selected Friday mornings at 10:00am from November through April. Normally we hold a "cinema chat" at 10:00AM, followed by an introduction of the film, screening, with a discussion immediately following. Members are required to bring your pass to all events for identification purposes. It's particularly important for us because we are in a commercial movie theater with patrons not associated with our group; hence, the need to show your pass at both the courtyard doors AND the auditorium doors of the facility. The shape and size of the pass, coupled with the neck chain element, makes it rather easy to bring to events. But things happen, and if you forget your pass, our staff of volunteers will take the time to look your name and number up and make out a temporary pass for that evening. However, after 3 times, we figure you've lost it, and will void your pass number and issue you a new card with a new number. When a new card is issued, it involves voiding out the old number, printing a new sticker with your name on it, grabbing a new pass, punching it for the neck chain and adding the chain, and then making sure you get the new pass. That's all fine, but we average 40 members a season losing their passes, and, so, a fee of $20 is accessed for each season pass lost (not bringing your pass three times is considered lost). At the beginning of each Cinema Society evenings, Andy will mix it up with those members wishing to chat about hits and misses not showcased at the Cinema Society. Simple. Turn to anyone and ask this question, "What did you think of the last film", and then introduce yourself. We have a first come, first served seating policy—other than for special guests, we don't offer reserve seats. It's understandable that family members and friends enjoy sitting with each other, and that people have favorite seats (if hearing is a problem, sit closer to the screen). To save a seat next to you or two seats for a couple is fine, but more than that won't be acceptable. MEMBERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO OVERSEE THIS AND ACT ACCORDINGLY. If you "don't sit in the fourth row" or you must have an end seat, you're advised to get to the theater early, line up, and enter when we open the doors. Cell phones and pagers are important tools, but they have no business being turned "on" inside auditoriums of a Cinema Society event. It's not just the sound of the ring that's disruptive to the film viewing process; it's the follow up whispers of "I'm at the Cinema Society...it's a film from France...I'll have to call you back" that's annoying to those sitting around the cell phone user. We don't hold events in family rooms—this is a public facility, shared by fellow film lovers. For the respect of fellow members, and to the filmmakers, please turn OFF cell phones and pagers. IF members are seated near a phone or pager that rings during a screening, you have permission to (lightly) tap the person's shoulder, reminding them that silence is golden at the movies! No big deal, if you're talking before introductory remarks and after the discussion is completed. But some members are speaking as introductory remarks are announced, and during the screenings and discussions. It may seem like "no big deal", but it is, for Cinema Society members want to hear the film clearly, without distractions. A soft whisper can be heard, and those doing it, I believe, don't realize it— they think they're home watching their TV. The specialness of the movies is that you can share an experience with others—laugh and cry—but breaking the mood with a chat is not only annoying to those around you—it's sending the wrong signal as a Cinema Society ambassador (remember crying rooms?). If someone around you begins chatting, you have the right to turn and alert them (in a proper manner), either by a tap on the shoulder or a request to please stop talking and they should simply nod their head in thanks. No fist fights, please. Do the right thing, and let's watch these movies in peace and harmony. People shouldn't talk at movies, at the opera, at a symphony concert, or at a live theater performance. It's simply wrong. | |||
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