Why I Watch Movies Multiple Times: A Fan's Perspective

As a movie enthusiast, I have an extensive collection of DVDs, watching movies more than once is not just a habit but a passion. Currently, I own 600 DVDs, with many of them being comedies. Even though I don't have the money or time to go to the theater again, I have repeated my extravagant experience of watching 2001: A Space Odyssey three times in a theater when I was young. However, that experience is quite rare, usually happening only for movies that are way out of my way.

Revisiting Star Wars: My Daily Ritual

In junior high school, I had a peculiar routine: watching a Star Wars movie after school every day. It all started with Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope. With only three movies available at the time, I watched them multiple times, primarily because the VHS tapes were conveniently placed next to the TV. While it was a fun experiment, repeating it later in life felt a bit repetitive.

The Days of Watching Entire Films in the Cinema

Perhaps the most extravagant and memorable movie-watching experience was for The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King. I drove for nearly an hour to a cinema far from the one I usually attended, stood in line for over an hour, and spent an entire day in the theater. The experience included watching both the extended version of The Fellowship of the Ring and The Two Towers on a premium screen, an extended edition of The Return of the King, intermissions, and even pre-show introductions.

Adding to the effort, I reserved the regular, extended, and special editions of all three films and watched each on the day they went on sale. This adds up to considerable effort and a significant investment of time, but every bit of that dedication was for the pure joy of experiencing the Lord of the Rings trilogy over and over again, not counting the countless hours spent watching the films in their various forms.

Watso's Conclusion

When it comes to movies, I have a collection that speaks to my love for them. While watching movies multiple times is a testament to the fact that they have something worthwhile, it is also a reflection of the time and effort invested in the experience. Whether it's the convenience of watching a movie at home or the thrill of a full-day marathon at the cinema, the experience is what drives my continued obsession with films.