As a former movie theater assistant manager, I experienced some unbelievable things.

People complained there were too many kids in G-rated movies, others wanted compensation when a film wasn't showing when they expected (weekend listings are just for the weekend, folks) and some hot dogs, although they're supposed to be served with an internal temperature of more than 100 degrees, were just not hot enough.

Here are a few tips on how to avoid being “one of those” customers:

READ THE FINE PRINT. JUST DO IT
Don't stand in line at the box office only to approach the window and ask what is playing. There's a marquis, complete with a list of movies and showtimes, for you to read while you wait. Holding up the line does nothing but get the cashier in trouble. If you don't know what you want to see, decide before getting in line.

SOMETIMES IT'S REALLY NOT THEIR FAULT
Most people understand they run a 50 percent chance of liking a movie. Most people, after seeing a movie and disliking it, leave and lament their choice. A few demand their money back. That's not cool. Recognize your status in the sucks-to-be-you category and move on.

BABY-SITTING COSTS EXTRA
Parents, pay attention: Dropping your kids off for the entire day is not appreciated. Your little angels turn bad when you leave, hopping between auditoriums, throwing items at the screen and making shadow puppets in front of the projector. Be advised, except for their free-movie privilege, employees love nothing more than kicking people out.

YOUR MOTHER DOESN'T WORK HERE
Fried chicken, beer, pizza and liquor are some of the most common items people try to sneak into the theater. If you get away with it, good for you, but don't disrespect the employees by leaving said items for them to collect. Yes, it's their job to clean up the mess left after each show, but they aren't a personal maid service. People have left behind cups filled with chewing tobacco, dirty diapers and the occasional prophylactic. If you're going to sneak in contraband incognito, at least have the decency to throw it out yourself.

Stephanie Arias | 210SA contributor