In recent years theatre attendance has been rapidly declining due to the development of more reliable streaming applications such as Netflix or amazon video which provide over thousands of movies for the monthly price of around the price of one film ticket. Is it really the end of the picture?

Too tired to get to your nearest cinema? Luckily our intelligent generation today has created ways to limit the need for practical trips and instead compile over thousands of movies into single systems, accessible with just a click of a button. These streaming services provide consumers with bountiful amounts of content, as well as the latest blockbusters, there are many documentaries, sitcoms and performances available to view in pleasure. One of its advantages is that it provides movies that can’t always be found at theatres. This content is available to use 24/7 so no more worrying about screening times.

You can’t get the same movie magic feel when watching from home on the sofa, the cinema experience provides an enormous screen with glorious audio projected from many speakers, the shared experience with the audience, the dimming of the lights allowing you to drift off and relax, and of course, the cinematic film provided at the earliest release date. You can’t get the same feel at home, many people enjoy the whole theatre atmosphere.

Of course as it is a public place, unless you’re willing to splurge on that pricey private screening, then you’re going to be clumped along with the rest of the public. The theatre can create an atmosphere where it’s okay to cry and to share a laugh and generally relate to your fellow audience members. However it can also be your worst nightmare, there are just some indecent people in this world who will ruin your experience of the latest blockbuster because of a phone call from a device which should have been switched off. Plus there are those members of the public who just can’t eat with their mouths closed, these disruptions can really put many people off.

However your local cinema has something these services can’t provide and well you really can’t casually afford, advanced technology such as IMAX. Today there are many more previewing designs to help attract more people, for example in recent years there has been 3d, 4d, 5d and even 6d! These devices give viewers an even better experience, from the film popping out in 3d to the physical movement of your seating from 4d.

One of the biggest dilemmas you’ll face sitting in that 2 hour running time is missing any moment of the movie. One of the downsides of being in a public place is that not everything can abide to your needs, this means you can’t pause the film just so you can go to the toilet. This is where streaming at home comes in handy as well you can pause the film just so you can go to the toilet! (Let’s hope your guests are okay with it) Also you can grab snacks on the way back, fill up your drink, stretch a little or maybe chat about what has happened so far in the movie!

Peace, quiet and convenience does come with a hefty price, depending what services you use they may charge you more for factors such as quality and how many people can be using the service at a time. Most services run by monthly subscriptions so once that month ends it’s another few pounds and dollars. Monthly subscriptions can be tedious as you might end up wasting more money as you might not be able to use it due to schedules in your life.

In conclusion, although the is a rise of subscription streaming services has impacted the world of cinema, these glorious buildings won’t be going anywhere anytime soon, especially as movies are made for the cinema first, not to be viewed by home video.