Worth going up in the air for “Up in the Air?”

I have a dilemma. On one hand the answer seems obvious, but on the other hand I’m trying to convince myself I’m not insane. I think I’m failing, though. There’s an “Up in the Air” preview in San Francisco on December 2 and a friend has a spare ticket. Typically I’d fly out in a heartbeat given the reasonable fare and the fact that this will be the best movie ever as far as I’m concerned. It just feels so right to fly 3,000 miles, be tired as hell, and watch this movie.

The issue? Well, this is December 2. I would return on December 3. On December 4 I have a 9,000 mile trip planned to the west coast and back. I would get back home at 1AM on Thursday night from “Up in the Air” and would have a flight at 9AM to resume my other trip. Between driving home, working out, repacking, and showering, that leaves me a few hours for sleep. So do I basically do a four day mileage run to be able to see “Up in the Air” a bit early, or do I make the responsible (sane) decision and stay home and see it some other time?

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Paul Member

Just saw it.... Dissapointed....

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Alex Guest

Thanks so much Alex P! send me an email: [email protected] Thanks! Alex

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Alex P. Guest

I'll add a second if you need a ticket for the Boston screening! I've got an extra and would be happy to host a lucky guest. Its the least I can do for all the tips I've learned from this blog! BTW, if you do "MR" anywhere for a screening, keep in mind the added risk that seats are not-guaranteed, the shows are likely oversold and there is no denied boarding compensation! Also no elite status for movie theaters! So, you risk showing up in SFO or anywhere else and being bumped--who knows how early people will line up!

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Alex Guest

Hi, does anyone have an extra ticket for the Boston screening? I missed out on the contest. I live down the street from the theater and can wait in line early. Thanks.

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MatthewLAX Member

I might as well throw in that Lucky is welcome to be my guest in Philadelphia... You've got a lot of choices!

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