I think people forget that preshows are part of the queue. It breaks up the monotony. You are waiting roughly the same time for the ride regardless. I guess maybe they should just open the rooms, add switchbacks, and do away with the preshows. Keeps it orderly.
Guardians is a brilliant attraction, but tbf, I’m not sure why they thought this would work. After an 18 min (!) preshow, we just want to get there.
It’s when they should thumb through the files left behind from the OG’s… Mansion: 3 minute preshow, engaging, & timeless…