Do you think going to a movie is a good 1st date?

@toolfan (305)
United States
March 23, 2007 12:14am CST
I remember back in Jr High, and High school, everyone used to go to movies for their 1st date. I always wondered why we did that, because you basically get to hang out with someone that you are really interest for a couple hours, but don't get a chance to say anything to them. I always figured that dating was a way to get to know each other better. Instead, we spend it watching a giant screen filled with John Goodman's face, etc. I can't remember the last time that I actually had a great conversation with a lady during the movie Dumb and Dumber. So why do you think it is that we go to movies on the 1st date, etc? Are we too nervous to have a real conversation? What do you think?
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• United States
23 Mar 07
Hahaha... it's a decent first date, but for me, I like to have an arena to talk to a person or at least spend some time getting to know each other. I mean, I guess it might be different if the person you are going out with is already a friend, but if it's a minor acquaintance, then you're probably better off going to a park or a coffee shop and sitting and talking. At least, that's what I would think. Movies are good, too... you can do that as well, it can all be encompassed into one nice date.
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@toolfan (305)
• United States
25 Mar 07
Some great replies on this page...I love hearing about this kind of experience. Thanks for the replies, and I rated you guys and gals.
• United States
23 Mar 07
I think it depends on where the two of you are comfortable. I personally think starting off someplace where you can talk a bit and enjoy a soda or coffee or drink together and then going to a movie to relax is a good idea. I like to get to know the person and in a movie is not the place to really learn much about them!
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@cutepenguin (6431)
• Canada
23 Mar 07
Maybe it's so that you have something neutral to talk about? I think it's just because it's hard to think of things to do.
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• Bulgaria
23 Mar 07
As I know first dates are for getting to know each other which means that watching movies is off the list. It's suppouse to be something like going to a restaurant or cafe, so that you can talk in peace and quiet. But not going to clubs, they are for the second dat, because when you have started to get to know someone you need to see if you can have fun with them. Movies can best fit the third date. Then is the chance just to shut up and watch the movie.
@myahw20 (1115)
• Canada
23 Mar 07
Yes. and then followed by a dinner. hehe
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• India
23 Mar 07
I think movie is good distraction, since you may be unsure as to what the other person thinks and sees things. I mean first date is a first date and a movie gives good relaxation time, because sometimes you might have some nervous energy on a first date.
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@mimpi1911 (25464)
• India
24 Mar 07
i would never advise any couple to go and watch a movie on their first ever date. i totally agree with you when you say that the very first date is certainly for the rendevous and we should try and know each other, talk out if not candidly, but talk and hang out, have some food and get to know each other a little better. movies a big NO for me, especially action, slapstick comedy and violent films, however, i could go for an out and out romantic film, which might say a lot about our feelings, without actually the real talk. thank you
@stephcjh (38473)
• United States
23 Mar 07
Even though technology is booming every day and there are many things to do, I still think that dinner and a movie is a great first date. Most people like to watch television or shows. I think taking someone to a movie on the first date does allow you to be close to one another but you do not have to say much either. Maybe after the show, you can start off by talking about the movie you just seen. You can talk about it when you take he or she to dinner. I think couple should watch the movie first and then go from there. You could be a little bit nervous to start a conversation, but seeing the movie should at least get you started with something to talk about together.
• United States
24 Mar 07
I think dinner AND a movie is a great first date. One of my best ideas of one. I havent personally had any REAL dates yet in life. Yeah its true. 27 never dated. However, I had a date last year with a guy friend and it was dinner at a fast food place and a movie for us. Thats the closest thing I have had to a date and it turned out fine. Well our friendship is recked but other than that (his fault not mine, in fact HIS IDEA!) it was a fine idea.
• China
24 Mar 07
I think dating is really a good way for knowing each other better,but not go to a movie.Maybe going to a bookstore,a coffe cafe,or a zoo and so on,which is wonderful too.Just let us have much more time to get together.
@gkainth (279)
• India
23 Mar 07
hello world every one knows today dating is just for fun not for remembering any thing at least but if you are serious than it is more than a fun as you have written you can;'t spend time to watch a movies as you i will also can't do this cause on first dating this is the real time where i can ask her more tell her more about me and you know if you are serious than this dating will be a remembrance for your for the whole life i go for a long drive while taking her hand in my hands and wish to god please give us some raining drops on the way than i go for a space where nature gives love to us and we talk as long as i can i think in this way we can understand more feelings of each others what you think about my views
• United States
23 Mar 07
it depends on the mood. I don't consider movie dates to be first but in the long run when getting to know a person. the best movies to go on dates is comedy and humor. but in the beginning if people date and go to movies to watch a romantic drama, not proper to start off with in the beginning until both have gotten to know each other well and developed love for one another.
• Indonesia
23 Mar 07
hmmm...sure why not! even the best kiss ever made in cinema is more excited than somewhere! i enjoy in every little time to watch the whole stories!!! it's really feel so...hmmm deep maybe, or customize with our personal...
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• United States
24 Mar 07
why not? its a good idea. i love go out to the movies.
@Melizzy (1381)
• United States
24 Mar 07
Nope. It is not a good first date because you don't get to talk. You just sit together watching a movie. You don't find out anything about the other person.
@zhell_12 (119)
• Philippines
24 Mar 07
i dont see nothing wrong with going to a movie on first date. but for me, i dont think its ok on the first date. much better to talk or have some conversation first between the two of you for you to know and observe what attitude he has and vice-versa.
@aprilgrl (4460)
• United States
24 Mar 07
My first date was going to the Drive-in. I was nervous and I know he was nervous too we talked some put arms around me when he took me home he kissed me. Had a great time.
@franxexces (1096)
• Philippines
24 Mar 07
For me, I don't think a movie date is a good first date. You have to think since not all girls love to watch movies and maybe she is not interested with the movie. I think eating in a restaurant and joy riding would be a good first date. If a guy would take me to the moviehouse on a first date I would not want to come.
• Indonesia
24 Mar 07
From my experiences, I think movie is one of so many options. Some people choose movie in 1st date because they can be more comfortable and it can decrease our nervous a little bit when we get a date in the first time. ^_^
@pangeacat (619)
• United States
24 Mar 07
I love going to the movies, whether it's on a date, or just with a friend(s). So, I would enjoy having a first date in a movie. True, there isn't much opportunity for in depth discussion, but that can be easily handled by also going out for coffee (or something to that effect) after the movie is over. The movie could then give you something with which to spark a more lengthy discussion, and get a feeling for eachothers interests.