- A passenger astounded fellow travelers on a flight in March when they used a portable projector to screen a movie on the overhead bins.
- Before take-off on long-haul flights, my routine involves browsing through the available movie and TV options.
- When selecting my in-flight entertainment, I rely on the Tomatometer ratings to curate the perfect playlist.
In March, a passenger on a budget airline amazed fellow travelers during a flight from Athens to Singapore by using a portable projector to screen the 2000 war epic “The Patriot” on the overhead bins.
The viral video of this unconventional in-flight entertainment was shared on TikTok by another passenger, Douglas Lazic-Kirk. According to Lazic-Kirk, witnessing such an unexpected spectacle while flying left him astounded and compelled him to capture the moment on film.
This incident reminded me of my own childhood experiences. As a young child, I moved from the US to Japan, and our family would frequently take lengthy flights between Tokyo and our hometown in New York. During those flights in the 90s, seatback screens were not yet installed, so the only source of entertainment was the movies selected by the airline. However, it was often a hit-or-miss situation, and the limited viewing angles often made it difficult to fully enjoy the chosen films.
Now, in 2023, in-flight entertainment on full-service airlines has greatly improved. As I currently reside in Singapore and frequently travel to the US, selecting the best movies and shows for my long-haul flights has become a priority.
Upon settling into my seat and before takeoff, I utilize the available movie and TV options, ensuring that I have chosen content that aligns with my preferences. To make these decisions, I rely on the Tomatometer ratings from Rotten Tomatoes, which aggregate the opinions of top movie and TV critics. This ensures that I have a well-curated playlist for my journey.
Some airlines even allow passengers to create personalized playlists. Since the non-stop flight from Singapore to New York City can last over 18 hours, there is plenty of time to enjoy multiple films and shows. I usually include at least one low-rated romantic comedy as a guilty pleasure.
For shorter trips within the region, I opt for budget airlines that do not provide in-flight entertainment. Considering the lack of entertainment options in such cases, investing in a portable projector might be a worthwhile consideration.
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