Because of the chicken jockey incidents, I don’t want to see “A Minecraft Movie” in theaters. I take my movie experience very seriously, and I don’t want it to be ruined by some child who decides bringing a live chicken into a movie theater is a good idea, or if they decide to throw their drink at the screen.
The chicken jockey incident revolves around a scene that recreates a rare occurrence from the game. “A Minecraft Movie” had a lot of references to the game and other content creators who made the game popular. These Easter eggs made fans excited to see the movie in theaters.
Fans would go into a frenzy when they saw the scene that would later infect the internet. Popcorn flew, drinks were spilled, live chickens were brought into the theaters, fire extinguishers were used, and theater screens had to be replaced.
I don’t think it’s OK for these actions to be as encouraged as they are online. Vandalizing and destroying property is not something to joke about. There is no excuse for the disruptive actions being done in these theaters. I don’t care what you saw online or what you think is funny. You should be able to show your excitement in a controlled way.
I get irritated when people clap during movies, but I tolerate it. I would be upset if I had to leave the theater because someone couldn’t contain their excitement for a fictional character riding a chicken. Movie theater employees shouldn’t have to clean that mess just because of some fan service.
While these aren’t as drastic as throwing flour and toilet paper, this is still very disruptive. It is at the point where it isn’t funny anymore. The memes are everywhere and viral videos are spreading like wildfire.
The chicken jockey incident is just getting too much attention. It is encouraging people to do more to get attention. It is not teaching the right lesson. Their actions should have repercussions. Jack Black has gone to movie theaters and warned the people in the theater, “Absolutely no chicken jockeys.”
I will not be seeing it in theaters because of all the viral videos, but rather when it inevitably comes out on a streaming service. I will gladly do a movie night with some friends of mine, where I know they won’t bring any live chickens into my house.
