Why no one uses a mouse in the movies?
By amarkovi
@amarkovi (63)
Croatia (Hrvatska)
March 19, 2010 4:39am CST
I noticed that in the movies and TV shows they very rarely use the mouse ... people are always typing something on the keyboard!
I guess that typing on the keyboard makes more noise and is more dynamic than moving a mouse on the desk .... but it makes no sense, really ... I use the computer everyday for work, and I mostly use the mouse. I use the keyboard only for typing text and for some shortcuts - but aeverything combined with the mouse!
Oh ... another thing is the beeping sound when a new window opens. I would go crazy if my computer would make noises for every action!
4 responses
@Ramsesxlll (1431)
• Finland
19 Mar 10
Well... The noise isn't really a problem since it can be cut off, but the main thing is that brands like Apple pay films to use Mac computers, and the most used Apple computers are laptops. That's a bit like mathematic; you just count 1+2+3=6.
Not all movies have Macs, but over 50%, that I have seen have used Apple Macintoshes.
@Vick77 (488)
• Mexico
19 Mar 10
It's simple, the use of the keyboard, and many sounds in the movies when someone is using the PC is more dramatical and looks like the user is a super-expert in computer science, and gives the idea that the computer and the user are interacting so much. The use of the mouse is more simple and plain for the viewer.
@Fadolf (545)
• Slovenia
19 Mar 10
Hi amarkovi! Well, the things you have noticed are probably attention getters. Some things you may not notice, but if it is combined with audio effect there is a great possibility that you'll start thinking about it. Regarding keyboard usage, I use mostly my keyboard, not just for typing, but also for various shortcuts which can help to save time. Happy mylotting and take care!
@the_gadfly (25)
• China
19 Mar 10
Hum,it is interesting .
I think the noise and the action of hit keyboard make audiences fell strength and accomplishment.In fact, we often imagine that we are the movie's leading actor in our subconscious ,sharing their happyness ,sorrow and accomplishment ,
