In this economic downturn, people are focusing their time, money and resources on the little things. Why just the other day, I saw hoards of students lining up to see a free screening of The Blind Side at the commons theater. I know that the film has been getting accolade after accolade, and it’s no wonder that people are curious to see the performance that beat Meryl Streep for the Oscar. But I can’t help but wonder if pinching pennies had anything to do with people’s decision to attend a free screening rather than go out to bars, see a show in town, or simply hit the sauce. With less and less money students are spending more of their free time on free, or significantly cheaper, events. Think about it. One night out on the town can cost you upwards of 30 dollars. Why not split a bottle of wine with a friend instead? Retail value: four bucks each… way cheaper. Watching a movie in town? $8.50 if you don’t buy snacks. The cheap alternative? Use your food debit to buy some raisonettes and go see Sandra Bullock’s most recent star turn since she stole our hearts in Speed. Total cost? Nothings (assuming you have a meal plan… otherwise about $2.50) The conclusion? This economic downturn is encouraging people who normally wouldn’t to give Sandra Bullock a second chance at a career.
--Markheavens Tshuma
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