In my experience, Upstate New York has some of the world's most uncomfortable theater seats.  Even the amazing Carousel Mall isn't immune.  For $8 I would expect to get seats that didn't warrant a visit to the chiropractor when you are done with a two hour movie.  Seeing Lord of the Rings for three hours would have been even worse.  Ok, so I didn't go see the chiropractor, but it really was painful!  I have been to many other theaters around the country where a $6 ticket gets you full height, plush seats that partially recline.
Pros:  great selection
Cons:  expensive, lousy seats
                        
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