'We walked out of the cinema inspired by the messages and life lessons that the characters imparted though their actions.' - Rafique Sher Mohamed
were shown, we jumped and clapped heartily. We were just as excited when the opening fanfare for the movie was introduced.
For blockbusters, you had to book tickets in advance. This was no mean feat because there were long queues and people shoving. One also had to contend with sticky floors due to spilled drinks, chewing gum sticking to your shoes, clothes and even your hair, and cigarette smoke, since smoking was not prohibited. Then there were inconsiderate patrons who spat on the floor, talked incessantly, or"knocked" the seat in front with their knees.
Hindustani movies pulled in the crowds with their good-looking heroes and heroines staring down at us from the posters and the crooning of the great Mohammed Rafi, heard outside the theatre. There was a time when one could rent a movie reel for private viewing at home or even to be shown in open fields during a special occasion or projected onto a building wall of some government quarters to entertain residents.
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