Getty Drive-In — Local services in Norton Shores

Can you see it? Nope, you can't. The lense on the camera, as well as the window that the movie is being projected through is filthy, streaked, and spotted from the calcium in the water that was not wiped off very well. Therefore the video is ultra fuzzy, and also it is very dark.

Can you hear it? Nope, you can't. There is a radio station you can tune your cars radio into. Unfortunately, the station is ⅓ static. And, if you turn your car radio volume up loud enough to decipher most of the dialogue. The sound is utterly piercing, and will initiate an instant migraine. Also if you aren't inside your car. You don't stand a chance. All of the basically unusable speakers have been removed. You should really just plan on having to watch it again someday to know what was being said.

Is it gross? Welp, there is no real bathroom. Closed due to whatever reason they have decided to decide. There are plastic huts with toilet seats, and blue juice inside them in several locations. Some of them were not completely out of hand sanitizer. Unfortunately I was unable to find a single sink or soap dispenser. I personally would ask that you please give everyone the chance to wash their hands as easily and efficiently as possible. You can't though. The old bathrooms weren't much, but they had running water and an opportunity to actually remove whatever might be on your hands after using the toilet, or long bathtub looking like thing that you were expected to urinate into.

Is it worth it? Damn right. It's a blast from the past. Do you think your parents could hear the movie while they were bringing you into existence in the back of a '77 pinto? Nope. They couldn't. They didn't care. It's fun. It's different. It gives a completely absurd illusion of privacy. Everyone is doing what you are. Getting out of the house with your partner, friend, or child. Having some outrageously overpriced popcorn and snacks. And enjoying each other's company.

You'll definitely want to wash your hands when you get home. But You are going to do that anyway...right?

Seriously. It's fun. Save yourself 20 bux and stop at Wesco on your way there in order to grab popcorn and snacks. Beyond that you can't go wrong. I actually, officially, recommend it as a...

Getty does a great job of maintaining the true experience of the drive in movie. Staff is great and things are laid out well. The drive in experience doesn't add a lot to the movie-going experience, but it's worth partaking at least once. You need to keep your car running, radio tuned, and though you get a double feature, you have to hit the late show because you can't watch in the daytime. The movie is dependent on your vehicle's sound and comfort, but you can make it work for you. Getty could improve on their concessions and restrooms - they're not dirty or dilapidated, they're clean and old school. A true drive in experience. I could see carhop-type Servicing revolutionizing the entire thing, or hooks into food delivery services. Perhaps a sound system and available heated patio-type or beer garden area. We attended the first annual Easter egg hunt and it was just okay. Needs a lot of work and planning. It's cool to be able to watch a movie after the hunt, but the "hunt" was at 7 and the movies not until 8:45 which means quite a bit of money to wait in the car for 2 hours. Wouldn't be a huge deal if concessions were included in admission, but they aren't. The "hunt" itself was more of a mad dash of all kids, ages 1-12ish (despite the description of the event saying there would be two heats for different ages). The announcements were made without the aid of a megaphone, and while the staff seems ready to serve and helpful, they could use help organizing this. The 200 eggs disappeared in a matter of seconds. Some didn't get eggs so they got little trinkets from the concession stand. Lots of people left after the hunt, which makes me wonder if admission wasn't required for entry and we weren't told, or if they live close by and will come back for the movies. Was hoping for a fun egg hunt and for the family to experience a drive-in movie, but instead we just experienced two hours of entertaining toddlers...

I've always been intrigued by drive in theaters. Watching people in movies at the drive in just looked like a good time. I've heard about Getty for years and just never pulled the trigger on going until recently I told the fam "hey I wanna go see a movie, but I wanna go to the drive in" that idea was well reciprocated so off we went to the good ol drive in. Now, if you're looking for "state of the art" outdoor accommodations and equipment quality I'd say you'd prolly feel a bit lacking. But if you have that hunger for nostalgia like I do this place hits you right in the 80s and 90s for sure. I'm about that life. Lotsa retro vibes throughout the place. You tune your car radio to the frequency from which screen you're watching and listen through your car speakers. I kinda like that. They do offer speaker rentals at concessions if you need. Screens are kinda dated but once the film starts you don't notice it really. Portojohns located conveniently a short walk from your screening, but there are actual restrooms located at the concession area. Parking spots are decently spaced I was just a tad confused by the poles at first. Word to the wise, don't roll up mid movie with your bright a$$ LED headlights that crap is ANNOYING. Use your running lights when navigating into a parking spot PLEASE. Overall I loved Getty. I will be going regularly now that I've popped thee ol drive in Cherry. It's a cool vibe and I don't nerd all the fancy 4k a d recliner seats or juvenile blabbermouths behind me yapping away while I'm trying to figure out who killed the guy in apartment 315. You get personal space and privacy but also an experience. Plus 2 movies for the price of one that's hard to beat. Go to Getty, at least once before the world ends. It's fun not fancy so don't be a snob. You can bring as many snacks n drinks as you want. Shoot u can pop your own popcorn in your car...