I finally did it

[Elhuero]

So when I go to movies one huge pet peeve I have is people messing with their cell phones.

You're watching the film, then in front of you there's a distracting flash of light as someone checks a text.

maybe some people can ignore it, I can't. the light and motion catches my eye every time.

now, some folks when the get the phone out do it discreetly, hold it down low, check it fast, then cover it up again. that, I can handle, unless they do it repeatedly.

many times in the past I've been in films where I came very close to getting out my flashlight to shine on them, but it has just never quite happened. when I get to that point where I'm ready, and if they do it one more time it's on, and they always stop.

well tonight I finally did it.

went to see stranger tides pirate flick and about 20 min in a guy two rows up and one seat over pulls out his cell phone.

he doesn't lean down or try to cover it. he's sitting back with his head against the headrest, holding the phone up to eye level. He's close enough that if I had leaned forward I could have read his screen. so I think maybe he's checking the time or got a text and he'll read it then put it away. nope, he starts selecting icons and scrolling thru menu lists.

I'm waiting for him to put it away, then after a few seconds I remember how much I paid for my ticket to this overpriced 3D film.

Silently I take out my torch and light him up. Cell phone disappears, and fast.

I must say I was pleased at the result.

[Irving]

Good for you! I hate pretty much any distraction during a movie.

[Seamonkey]

[KevDen2005]

I never thought of that, I may try that as well

[Great-Kazoo]

I usually say in a very loud voice Shut the F$%^&k up or give me money for my ticket. Hasn't failed yet.
One time as i have done in restaurants is open my phone and say in a raised voice "I would talk to you but some asshole is on their phone and i can't hear a word you are saying"

[colocowboy01]

That is a great idea. I am going to start taking a flashlight into the movies when I go.