bluehenfan Posted March 19, 2012 #1 Share Posted March 19, 2012 I've read reviews written by people who really like the outdoor jumbo screens and others who weren't too wild about them. I'm a BIG movie fan but somehow I keep booking cruises on ships without the screens. I've decided the big screen is going to be one of the requirements for the next ship I book. My question is, do they give out or sell popcorn at night for people to munch on while watching a movie? What do they show besides movies and is it constantly showing something? How late at night ?? Thanks guys. I know you'll have the answers for me.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikel24m Posted March 19, 2012 #2 Share Posted March 19, 2012 I've read reviews written by people who really like the outdoor jumbo screens and others who weren't too wild about them. I'm a BIG movie fan but somehow I keep booking cruises on ships without the screens. I've decided the big screen is going to be one of the requirements for the next ship I book. My question is, do they give out or sell popcorn at night for people to munch on while watching a movie? What do they show besides movies and is it constantly showing something? How late at night ?? Thanks guys. I know you'll have the answers for me.... popcorns free ,not sure how late but in the morning they usually have cnn on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VIQT Posted March 19, 2012 #3 Share Posted March 19, 2012 They give out popcorn when they are showing the movie (at least they did on the Valor), but it isn't that flavorful. They have salt to add, but no butter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefly333 Posted March 19, 2012 #4 Share Posted March 19, 2012 They tried charging for the popcorn and too many complaints. They said a charge so the kids wouldnt throw it around... I guess they gave up. To be honest I dont think they always pop popcorn, not on all ships. I would smell it if so and Im up there a lot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mondello Posted March 19, 2012 #5 Share Posted March 19, 2012 I've read they show filmed concerts like Billy Joel. Thought I've read they even break out the blankets if it cools off after dark. Seen complaints that its too loud for some. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beachbum53 Posted March 19, 2012 #6 Share Posted March 19, 2012 You could always skip the popcorn and grab a couple slices of pizza from the pizzeria.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tantra1 Posted March 19, 2012 #7 Share Posted March 19, 2012 You could always skip the popcorn and grab a couple slices of pizza from the pizzeria.:D ...and an ice cream cone. :D Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nursejean Posted March 19, 2012 #8 Share Posted March 19, 2012 Just came back from the Dream and they had popcorn for free during the movies. Usually 2 showings a night and other stuff during other times such as concerts. I thought the popcorn was really good and tasty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miched Posted March 19, 2012 #9 Share Posted March 19, 2012 . We don't go to the theater and always joke that if it wasn't for taking a cruise we wouldn't see any movies. We enjoy MUS but there are a few problems. Since it is outdoors many don't think it is a theater and they will stand as a group in front or along side of you carrying on a conversation. You also need to check the chair before you sit in it because it may be wet from passengers that sat in it after getting out of the pool or hot tubs. Not a pop corn fan but I seen that it was available. I thought it was a conspiracy to get you to buy something to drink. Like others suggested. Stop by the buffet first and load up with snacks to go. . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirasmom Posted March 19, 2012 #10 Share Posted March 19, 2012 i did not notice popcorn but they did have warm blankets Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koval Posted March 19, 2012 #11 Share Posted March 19, 2012 Magic had popcorn, you salted it yourself, and they added extra butter sauce if you asked ;) I didn't watch a movie, but I did get some popcorn :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRUISE4JANE Posted March 19, 2012 #12 Share Posted March 19, 2012 I guess the movies are at night, huh? :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mondello Posted March 19, 2012 #13 Share Posted March 19, 2012 I guess the movies are at night, huh? :confused: The big screen on Lido deck hosts "Movies Under the Stars" each evening. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenjiRodney Posted March 19, 2012 #14 Share Posted March 19, 2012 We had popcorn on the Victory last November. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mzloolue Posted March 19, 2012 #15 Share Posted March 19, 2012 i did not notice popcorn but they did have warm blankets They broke out the blankets on our last freezy january cruise. We snagged a couple and used them while sitting out in deck chairs for the rest of the cruise and then left them in the room. Everybody who saw us wanted a blanket. We sat out in deck chairs wearing parkas and gloves and our blankets. But hey, at least we were in the sun.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cuyahoga11 Posted March 19, 2012 #16 Share Posted March 19, 2012 I guess the movies are at night, huh? :confused: Yes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Igerster Posted March 19, 2012 #17 Share Posted March 19, 2012 When I was on the Triumph, in 2010, they were showing the LSU football game. At that time she was docked in New Orleans. They showed movies almost every night. Two of the movies I remember them showing were, "Alice in Wonderland" and "Book of Eli." They showed sports and other things during the day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beanersmom Posted March 19, 2012 #18 Share Posted March 19, 2012 Does the miracle have a big screen?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
txstarla Posted March 19, 2012 #19 Share Posted March 19, 2012 Unfortunately, several mornings on the Magic the big screen had on The View on full blast. Annoying and way too loud. IMHO the big screen was too loud during the day no matter what they were playing, and I usually don't complain about volume. Thank goodness for the spa and serenity deck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RWolver672 Posted March 19, 2012 #20 Share Posted March 19, 2012 Unfortunately, several mornings on the Magic the big screen had on The View on full blast. Annoying and way too loud. IMHO the big screen was too loud during the day no matter what they were playing, and I usually don't complain about volume. Thank goodness for the spa and serenity deck. I'll second that! On the Dream, it was so loud that you could barely hear the person sitting across from you talking. I'm a big fan of Tina Turner but her concert was so loud that we left the area. It was nice in the morning seeing CNN. But again, way too loud. I've noticed that they crank up the volume so you can hear it, yet the announcements on the Lido deck are almost impossible to hear because of the people that won't quit talking when they start. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobsfamily Posted March 19, 2012 #21 Share Posted March 19, 2012 Awww, I thought this was a thread bashing "trolls"... pop, pop Yes the daytime big screens could be turned off or at least way down. Bring back the steel drums! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kcdancerkc Posted March 19, 2012 #22 Share Posted March 19, 2012 Haven't been on one with screen - but I will purposely avoid booking a ship with one - The LAST place I want a giant loud CNN is on my cruise with the ocean backdrop! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruzaholic41 Posted March 19, 2012 #23 Share Posted March 19, 2012 Unfortunately, several mornings on the Magic the big screen had on The View on full blast. Annoying and way too loud. IMHO the big screen was too loud during the day no matter what they were playing, and I usually don't complain about volume. Thank goodness for the spa and serenity deck. This is exactly why they have gotten such a bad name on Carnival. Not only do they play them way too lound, but because of where the speakers are located on top, the noise also annoys people on other ships. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gelo7 Posted March 19, 2012 #24 Share Posted March 19, 2012 Popcorn is free. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
finsupcruiser Posted March 19, 2012 #25 Share Posted March 19, 2012 Unfortunately, several mornings on the Magic the big screen had on The View on full blast. Annoying and way too loud. IMHO the big screen was too loud during the day no matter what they were playing, and I usually don't complain about volume. Thank goodness for the spa and serenity deck. I agree volume is too loud in the morning!!! Movies are good--need to spend more time at the movies instead of the casino:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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