The Real Reason Movie Theater Concessions Cost So Much

The Real Reason Movie Theater Concessions Cost So Much

Everybody knows the deal: you walk up to the concessions stand hoping to get a single small popcorn and a water, and you leave having somehow spent $35 on snacks that won’t even last you through the previews. While it may seem strange that you’re spending $20 per person on movie tickets just to spend another $20 (at least) on a few meager snacks, there is a reason why you have to pay so much cash for convenience. The reality is, movie theaters j…