The Truth About Product Packaging: It's Not Always What You See
9. Gummy Bears for Movie Theaters
Product Cost: $2.99
Acquired at: Movie Theater
Created by: Not sure
Movie theaters are notorious for their steep prices on snacks, and gummy bears are no exception. Priced at $2.99, this particular pack contained only about ten gummy bears, making the cost per bear exceedingly high. One frustrated moviegoer discovered the hard way that it’s often more economical—and sensible—to smuggle in snacks from outside rather than pay inflated prices for such a meager quantity.
One moviegoer ordered what was advertised as a cup of gummy bears, only to be disappointed upon receiving an empty cup. The only candy present was a small amount hidden under the bubble cover on top, leaving the cup mostly devoid of gummy bears. Priced at $2.99, this snack was still more expensive than a full-size candy box, which typically retails for around $2.26 on Amazon.
