Though it is standard for movies, the use of a 555 number is probably the biggest S.O.D.-ruiner on this list. More movies should just play it smart(-er than Bruce Almighty) and reserve an actual number; it's just psychologically satisfying.
Actors who don't smoke properly
Many people smoke, it's the unfortunate truth, which also means that many people are inclined to notice when an actor does not smoke "properly" (no inhalation, awkward holding of the cigarette). With acting as a profession, a couple convincing puffs from an herbal cigarette shouldn't be a problem and such subtle smoking mannerisms should be taken into consideration.
A bad accent
What I could probably expect from Emma Watson in the upcoming Perks of Being a Wallflower. No offense to her though, learning new accents are undoubtedly difficult (especially within the same language). With that said, notes should be taken from Rose Byrne or the guy who plays House, and not from Keanu.
Pushing mongo
This isn't as prevalent as the others on the list, but I've definitely seen it happen at least 3 times (I can't remember the shows/movies, sue me); the "avid" skateboarder being briefly seen riding awkwardly in the mongo stance. Maybe it's an esoteric thing that isn't significant enough to account for, or maybe they're pushing mongo ironically.
Product placement
No matter how subtle or clever the placement may be, the slightest mention or presentation of a brand leads one to think "Hey, what I'm watching is entirely fictional, and I know this due to the product placement I have just witnessed." Even though the most clever instances of product placement (so blatant that it's funny, breaking the fourth wall) may distort your S.O.D., entertainment value isn't always compromised because of it.
Now, none of these majorly distracting, but as proposed, there are definitely solutions to avoiding these subtle defects that unfortunately bring you back to reality.
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