Those planning to see Star Wars: The Force Awakens dressed as their favorite character may need to rethink their costume, as several theater chains are limiting what will be allowed during screenings.

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Both Cinemark and AMC won't allow you to wear masks, sport face paint, or bring fake weapons. "AMC does not permit weapons or items that would make other guests feel uncomfortable or detract from the movie-going experience," the company announced on its website (via TheWrap )."Guests are welcome to come dressed in costume, but we do not permit masks," AMC's statement adds. "In short, bring your lightsaber, turn it off during the movie, and leave the blaster and Darth Vader mask at home."Unlike AMC, however, Cinemark is banning lightsabers as well. According to note on the company's posters: "Star Wars costumes are welcome. However, no face coverings, face paint, or simulated weapons (including lightsabers/blasters) will be allowed in the building."These restrictions are undoubtedly a safety measure to prevent future theater-related tragedies, like the 2012 shooting during a screening of The Dark Knight Rises. Bearing that in mind, what do you make of AMC and Cinemark's policies? Let us know in the comments.Star Wars: The Force Awakens opens on December 18, and will reportedly debut alongside the first trailer for Captain America: Civil War

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