Kicking my seat at the movie theater?

[Extreme Phenom]

how do you react when somebody is kicking the back of your seat during a movie. Usually I just give a brief "look" so they know that they are doing something wrong.

Also does anybody get uncomfortable drinking their sodas when they are in a cup holder right next to the person beside you? I feel sorry that somebody next to me in a movie theater could possibly see the spit dripping right off my straw so I try to take very little sips. And also Ive never been in a theater where sombody had a cup directly next to me so for those who have, how do you handle these situations?

[Wishful Spirit]

I like the "are these seats getting closer or are people's feet getting bigger" IF you say it in a non-sarcastic tone of voice. It registers disapproval without putting someone on the defensive. If that doesn't work, I'd move. If no seats are available, complain to the manager.

[saraht87]

i just hold my glass next to me or in my lap cuz i would not want them to drink mine and then get mixed up or something


but that person kicking your seat is just rude i would be so mad

[model.girl03]

this may sound mean but if it's a little kid kicking (like 8 or 9-old enough to know better), i push my chair back. If it's a teen, i crush their legs or ask my friend really loudly if the seats are getting closer or people's feet are getting bigger. haha, not really but that'd be funny

[Daniel E]

If there is ever anybody beside me, I don't use that cupholder. Worst case scenario, I just hold it. besides, that way they never have cause to look in your direction

Kicking my seat... step 1 is "the look"

no change, step 2. "the look" modified by standing up, turning around, and squaring off. A very obvious threat. coupled by the fact that you will attract the attention of half the theater, usually ends the problem without speaking a word.

Step 3... see the theater manager; mid-movie if necessary.