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In response to "So, we're looking at metal detectors and security guards at movie theaters now, right? -- nm" by Mop

Airports didn't have metal detectors until a rash of hijackings in the 70s.

Posted by Mop (aka rburriel) Aug 6 '15, 11:10

It seems a certain subset of nutjobs have decided that movie theaters are a prime target when venting their crazy.

Yes, prohibiting bags and bag searches are a good start. It made sense from the start, if only to prevent people from bringing in their own candy.

But the 14-year-old middle school kid who rips my ticket isn't going to stop the nutjob with a gun, or even a knife.

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I am hijacking this theater. I demand that Jacob's Ladder be played or I will start killing hostages. You have 1 hour. -- nm - Spawn Aug 6, 11:11 1
- We only have a BETA copy!!! -- nm - Mop Aug 6, 11:15

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Airports didn't have metal detectors until a rash of hijackings in the 70s.

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