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Australians have faced criticism for placing their bare feet on the seats of a popular luxury cinema chain – with some even describing it as a “bogan act”.
As Timothy prepared to watch a film at Event Cinemas in Toowoomba, Queensland, he was surprised by the sight of at least five other patrons reclining with their bare feet on the seats.
He shared video footage on social media showing the barefoot Australians walking into the luxury cinema, where ticket prices range from $33 to $66.
‘Viewpoint: You have a premium luxury experience in Australia. Do you at least wait until the lights go down?’ the video was subtitled.
Australians have faced criticism for placing their bare feet on the seats of a popular luxury cinema chain
Many Australians agreed that moviegoers should have waited until the lights dimmed before putting their feet up. One said: ‘The shoes are about to go in and then off when the film starts. I’m a classic bogan.’
Another argued: ‘Shoes stay on, except for the beach, pool or home.’
A third expressed frustration, saying: ‘This is why I don’t go to the cinema. Who wants someone’s feet in their side view?’
A fourth said: ‘Disgusting’.
Opinions were divided as to whether bare feet were acceptable, with some thinking it was fine if socks were worn.
One person wrote: ‘Shoes off, but with socks and a blanket’, while another said: ‘Shoes off, but only if I’m wearing slip-on shoes. Sneakers/boots stay on.’
Others believed that bare feet were okay in certain conditions. ‘Only take off your shoes if your feet don’t smell at all; otherwise, keep them on,’ one commented.
Another added: ‘If there’s no one in front of me I feel it’s my duty to let my puppies breathe.’
Some suggested the behavior might be specific to Queensland. “Obviously shoes by people who only wear thongs anyway,” one viewer joked.
Another agreed: “Without checking I knew it was Queensland!”
Daily Mail Australia contacted Event Cinemas for comment.