Moviegoer Disrupts ‘The Batman’ Screening After Releasing Live Bat Inside Movie Theater
Zack Sharf A screening of Matt Reeves’ “The Batman” was disrupted on opening night (March 4) at the Moviehouse & Eatery by Cinépolis in Austin, Texas after a moviegoer released a live bat inside the theater. Annelise Holyoak, a spokesperson at Cinépolis, confirmed the news with CBS Austin and said the moviegoer was pulling a prank and not trying to actively harm anyone.“Local animal control was immediately contacted, and they have been overseeing the situation to ensure guest, associate and animal safety,” Holyoak said in a statement.