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See films like Justin Bieber's 'Never Say Never' on a budget

Calling all Justin fans! Britain has been going Bieber bonkers, and his film 'Never Say Never' has been a box-office smash. Read all about Justin Bieber's movie and watch the trailer here!

If you loved this film and you want to see more movies at the cinema, then Pocket Money has these useful tips on how to save money…

1. Don't pay adult rates for kids!

It's often cheaper for children under 12 to go to the cinema. So when your parents are booking tickets, make sure they don't pay adult prices for children's seats!

2. Take advantage of discount schemes

Many cinemas offer discount schemes for children. Check out Odeon cinemas' Odeon Kids screenings which offer pocket-money prices for child tickets to screenings throughout most school holidays. What's more, for each child ticket sold you receive a free adult ticket – so Mum or Dad can get in for nothing!

Visit Vue cinemas' Kids AM to find out how you can pay just £1.25 for screenings on weekend mornings (3D films cost a bit more) and every day during school holidays. Vue cinemas have more deals on some films so, again, be sure to check your local cinema website before you visit.

3. Buy a family ticket

Most cinemas give a discount for a group of four people, if two of the four are children. They’re called ‘family’ tickets but if you want, you can invite a friend instead of a brother or sister.

4. Choose matinee showings

A matinee is a daytime screening of a film (rather than an evening one). Generally speaking, the earlier in the day the film starts, the cheaper your ticket will be.

5. Don’t spend a fortune on snacks!

Popcorn, sweets and drinks can all cost a lot at the cinema. You can save money by looking out for the special combo deals. Or, if you don't have enough pocket money for that, pop to the shop to pick up a treat on the way home!

6. Do you have to go 3D?

Some films look great through 3D glasses, but did you know the tickets for 3D films cost a lot more than for standard (2D) films? Before splashing out, ask any friends who've already been to the film if it was really worth seeing it in 3D and think about what else you could buy with the money you'd save by seeing it in 2D. It's also worth remembering that some cinemas charge you less for 3D if you have your glasses from a previous movie and take them along.

7. Make the most of loyalty schemes

Some cinemas reward people for coming back again and again. For example, Odeon cinemas give points for spending money, and then the points can be swapped for tickets, popcorn or drinks. Some other cinemas offer pay-monthly schemes that let you see as many films as you like in a month for a set price. So if you want to, you can see films like Justin's again and again and again and again and again… and, er, again!

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