How to Make Movie Nights at Home Feel More Special
Do you enjoy going to the cinema? There’s a lot to enjoy, especially the ability to see a new film and properly immerse yourself in it. But you can have a similar experience at home, but without the extra people in the room.
If you like the idea of having a movie night at home, especially as a way to bond with your family or enjoy a simple date night, here are a few ways to make it feel more special.
Create a Cinema Room
Most people watch movies in their living room, and this works out very well. But if you can have a dedicated cinema room, it’s well worth putting in the extra effort, especially if you are passionate about film and want to have a better watching experience.
This is also a great way to use some extra space in your property, such as a spare bedroom that would otherwise go to waste. You can easily convert it into a cinema room.
So, what goes into a cinema room? Believe it or not, a smaller room can work very well, especially for more intimate screenings for you and your significant other. You do need an excellent television setup or even a projector, as this will give you the cinema feel.
As well as great visuals, one thing that adds to the cinema experience is the sound quality. Invest in surround sound by getting a high quality sound bar or speakers.
Watching in Comfort
Another thing to consider is your comfort. A dimmer light can help you keep the room slightly lit when you’re getting comfortable, then you can turn them off completely when the movie starts. You can also keep blankets and extra cushions nearby so you don’t get cold or uncomfortable.
To really add to the cinematic experience, consider getting cinema sofas. You can be way more comfortable and you can potentially recline in your seats. You can also have some very handy cup holders for your drinks, as well as inbuilt trays for snacks.
Drinks and Snacks
Speaking of drinks and snacks, you can’t have a movie experience without some movie food.
Popcorn is a classic option, it’s easy to eat without looking at the food and it makes you feel like you’re really at the cinema. You can also play around with popcorn at home. If you like the cinema stuff, great. If you want something a little different, you can pop your own popcorn and tweak the flavours.
Whether you like alcohol or soft drinks, keep the drinks nearby. An ice bucket can work to keep drinks nice and cold, or you can even invest in a fridge inside the cinema room. This means that more drinks are in easy reach, so you don’t have to disturb the film to get a refill.
Remember to think about toilet breaks, especially if you plan on having drinks nearby. Consider an agreed intermission time for longer films or television series.
