Should films be kept short?

Some people think films can get boring if they go on for too long.

When it was announced in 2019 that Avengers: Endgame was going to be three hours long, Marvel fans were worried about how they would be able to get through it at the cinema without needing the toilet. Some people shared spoiler-free tips to help others decide on the best time to nip to the loo. Although it was an epic film, some fans argued that three hours was just too long. A lengthy film requires you to focus on one thing for a long time, which can be tiring and possibly a bit boring. A shorter running time means people are less likely to get restless. However, others say time doesn’t matter if you’re being entertained and that shortening a film is like cutting a bit out of a book…

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