No one likes going to the movies alone.
But my so-called friends bailed on me at the very last minute and I was left stranded at
the cinema.
Since I had already been waiting for almost an hour at the movie theatre, I decided to
go see a movie anyway.
The turn out wasn’t all that great, Gorgon’s Ghost?
What kind of title was that for a movie?
But it was either this or Twilight so I thought I would give it a chance.
About halfway through the movie, I noticed something strange in the corner of my eye.
While everyone was looking forward at the screen, someone was looking in the opposite
direction.
I glanced behind me but couldn’t see anything of interest.
Then I realized this person was looking back at me.
At first, I thought it was just some kid, but as I looked closer, I realized that it
was an older man.
His eyes were wide open and I could see a faint smile appearing on his face.
I was freaked out by the fact that someone had paid just to sit there and stare back
at a random stranger.
I found it almost impossible to ignore him staring at me like that, so I pulled out my
phone and pretended to send some text messages.
At least the strong glare from the screen of my phone made it easier to ignore him.
Eventually, I ran out of things to do with my phone and I checked to see if the guy was
still staring at me.
Fortunately, it appeared that whoever it was had run out of patience and continued watching
the movie.
I let out an instant sigh of relief and tried my best to enjoy the rest of the movie.
But it wasn’t long before a sudden movement to the far left of the cinema, caused me to
turn and look only to realize that the same creep that was staring at me before, had moved
to the other end of the row where I was seated.
I could feel the hairs on the back of my neck raise as I looked directly forward again to
try to avoid giving any further attention.
As I cautiously scanned for the nearest exit to my right, I felt a strange vibration.
I looked to my left and saw that he had moved a few seats closer.
I looked away trying to recall how many seats were between him and me but as I felt another
strong vibration I could only assume the worst.
Without thinking twice, I stood up and ran for the exit.
As I reached the main hallway of the cinema complex, I tried to call one of my friends
for help but I realized my phone was gone.
I must have dropped it as I was running for the exit.
It felt like such a big risk going back in there, but then I heard a commotion coming
from inside.
It sounded like the movie had finished and everyone was heading for the exits.
I decided to wait for everyone to vacate the cinema before heading back inside to get my
phone so I patiently waited as everyone poured into the hallway.
I quickly snuck back inside and I was relieved to see that all the seats were empty and there
was no sign of that strange creep from earlier.
Now I just needed to find my phone and be on my way.
I couldn’t see much against the dark floor and poor lighting but I was optimistic when
I suddenly heard my phone ring.
I looked around frantically to find it but it sounded like it was coming from the other
end of the cinema.
I followed the sound until it led me to one of the trash bins next to the front row seat.
I couldn’t imagine why anyone would throw a perfectly good phone in the trash instead
of handing it in or even stealing it.
The cinema staff were probably already on there way to clean up so I had to be fast
and find my phone before they showed up.
After rummaging through the trash, I finally found my phone but I almost wish I hadn’t
when I realized it was covered in...blood.
Suddenly, it all made sense.
What kind of disturbed person would hide my phone far from all the exits after everyone
had left?
When I realized I had walked into a trap, I instantly looked behind me and saw him almost
grabbing me.
I dropped everything and just ran out of the theatre this time without even stopping.
I never did quite get over the events that took place that day at the movies, but I knew
I needed to move on and come to terms with the fact that a public place, isn't always
a safe place, especially at night.