"I became aware, for the first time, that not only was I not the funniest person in the theater; I was also downright annoying to everyone around me."
"Some of us actually work hard and pay good money to come to the movies."
"Ever since, I've been a shusher, dedicated to telling people, first politely, then with more ardor, to shut the hell up."
"I assumed that my fellow audience members would appreciate my inherent hilarity, which was obviously of greater value than Eisner's desert tomfoolery."
The article reflects on the author's childhood experiences with their father, who was a movie talker and offered comedic commentary during films. This habit, passed down to the author, led to a pivotal moment during a screening of 'Sahara' at age 14 when they were confronted by another audience member for talking too much. This experience prompted a shift in the author's perspective, recognizing the importance of respecting others' movie experience and transforming them into a dedicated 'shusher' who values cinema etiquette.
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