In a remarkable intersection of cinema and social media, the recent release of the Minecraft movie has ignited a trend on TikTok that has moviegoers expressing their excitement in rather chaotic ways. As slushies soar and popcorn cascades down the aisles, audiences are taking to heart the trend that encourages dramatic reactions to pivotal scenes in the film.
Audience Reactions and Their Impact
Brad Carmer, a dedicated fan of the franchise, shared his perspective: “It’s just kinda fun… It is bad to do in the theatre but it’s funny to see.” This sentiment resonates with many, as the film has drawn in over 3,000 attendees during its opening weekend at the Marquee Theatre. For fans like Grayson Williamson, the excitement is palpable: “I really like Minecraft.”
However, the enthusiasm has not come without its consequences. While the film is rated PG, the chaos has been largely attributed to older teenagers, as noted by usher Michelle Atkins. “I’ve noticed just older teenagers. They’re not young,” she remarked, observing that those causing the disruption are typically between 15 and 20 years old. “It’s a shame, and I know their parents would just absolutely want to kill them if they knew they were behaving like that.”
Matthew Gualco, who worked during the film’s opening weekend, echoed these concerns, stating, “It’s absolutely disrespectful. It’s people who don’t understand who cleans up after them.” The aftermath of this trend has left theater staff grappling with the mess created by exuberant fans.
Despite the disorder, the Minecraft movie has achieved a significant milestone, marking the largest three-day box office opening for a video game-based film in the United States, amassing an impressive 7 million. As the trend continues to unfold, it raises questions about the balance between entertainment and decorum in public spaces.
