New York legislators are pushing a law to require subtitles for movies played at theaters. The South Shore Press Man on the Street asked residents what they thought of the idea.
“Subtitles would be very distracting, not a good idea. I don’t think l would enjoy a movie with that going on.”—Janet Rackard, Moriches.
“I don’t see a hew and cry for this. It seems like another overreach by government to solve a problem that doesn’t exist.”—Ed Surgan, Westhampton.
“There’s technology they can use to assist people that doesn’t affect everyone else. You can stream the dialogue and music through headphones or earbuds. People can enjoy the show without inconveniencing anyone else.”—Gary Mazarakis, East Moriches
“I would be too busy reading the words and not paying attention to the movie; it would be really annoying. I want to relax at the theater, not have to follow along with the words.”—Jill Vigliarolo, Center Moriches
“I like the idea; it would be better for the viewers. It will open the movies up to people who can’t hear that well.”—Payne Weinhauer, Selden
“I don’t like the subtitles on TV, so I’m sure I won’t like them at the theater. I don’t want to see any part of the screen blocked.”—Suzy Markland, Manor Park
“What language are they going use? If they use English, isn’t that prejudicial against the people who speak something else?—Bryan Hellmer, Center Moriches