Dating and relationships are supposed to be fun. Going out on a date for dinner and a movie is one of the most classic traditions of the dating scene. Trying to choose a movie that both of you want to see – well, that’s another story. Something most guys begrudgingly agree to is the chick flick. This is the movie where the storyline is flimsy and usually involves a minimum of two women on some sort of quest. They share trials and tribulations along the way and a good portion of it usually involves guy-bashing. The romantic comedy is usually just plain sappy and a small step above the chick flick.
Not your cup of tea? Try telling the girl of your dreams you really don’t want to go. The latest bang ‘em up, smash ‘em up movie is out, full of action, adventure, blood, guts and gore. How about that one?
When the lips purse, pout or pucker, you have a decision to make. Do you buckle and take in a chick flick or romantic comedy or do you stand your ground? It really depends on how important she is to you whether you should stoop to seeing her movie of choice. Some girls are worth it. Others – well, maybe keeping them pacified has its rewards; maybe not. You decide.
Yes, it’s a badge of honor for a guy to see a chick flick. It’s something to please your girl while gaining sympathy and solidarity from your buddies.
Once you’ve agreed to go to the chick flick in question, the true test begins. Just going is not enough. How you behave before, during and after may make or break the relationship.
Here are a few survival tips to hopefully make the outing a positive experience.
If you must see one, choose a chick flick with really hot actresses in it. Don’t let on that you think they’re hot. If you must say anything at all, refer to them as “talented.” And don’t mention that their talent is beauty or physical fitness.
Enjoy the opportunity to ogle for two or three hours straight at a bunch of women with no questions asked.
Always offer to buy concessions. Popcorn and sodas will give you a way to occupy yourself during the movie when all else fails.
Don’t fall asleep. Grab the Red Bull or the caffeine pills before you go. Don’t let on that you need help staying awake for your torture.
At least pretend like you’re interested. Laugh when she laughs. Look serious when she is.
If she is gripped by the movie and is crying, take this opportunity to hold her hand, but don’t make any other moves during important parts. She will think you’re not paying attention, which will dissolve any brownie points you might have had.
No laughing when she’s crying. A gentle smile; however, will go a long way in the brownie points category.
Try to follow the story line. There might be a quiz later.
Don’t make running commentary like “This is stupid.” Not only does this ruin the moment, you’re likely to get an annoyed “shh” from her or others around you.
Stay in the theater as long as possible during the movie even if you are miserable. You can probably get away with one false restroom break. Choose your timing carefully and quietly apologize when you get up. Don’t stay gone too long.
After the movie, be sure to ask her if she liked it and take interest in her answer. When she asks the same of you, pick out one bearable or not too awful part and say, “I thought the best part was when…” This should not be a scene where someone dies.
Brooding, being extremely quiet or teasing her about the movie on the way home are ways to pick a fight and cause problems. Save that for another day over a more worthy topic.
Really. It’s just a movie.
