Movies nights with friends can be a great way to spend time together and save money.The basics of getting together to watch a movie may seem simple, but you can put in more work to make it a great experience for everyone.Put time and effort into carefully picking a great movie, inviting everyone, planning for extra seating, providing a wide range of snacks, and keeping phones out of sight while you watch.
Step 1: You can choose the movie before the event.
You don't want to invite people over and then argue about what to watch.Before people arrive, plan what to watch, or at least have it narrowed down to a few options.This will make the night more enjoyable.It's a good idea to let people know what movie you're showing when you invite them.They already know what to expect when they show up.
Step 2: Show off your favorite movie.
If you love movies, you probably have a few that other people have missed.You can show your friends how great it is.If your first choice doesn't work out, you may have to check ahead of time and ask if they have seen it.The movie needs to be something that people will enjoy.Your friends might not like a silent German art piece if it's your favorite film.It's important to find a balance between what your friends want to see and what you don't.You might have to tell them ahead of time what movie you're picking, or you might end up with something they've all seen.
Step 3: Guests can get involved in the movie selection.
Everyone should be on board with the movie choice.Allow everyone to vote on what they want.You can use those as the voting options if they submit a choice to you.You have the final say in what to watch, because you are still the host.Set a cut off point when you'll make the final decision and give people the chance for input as much as you can.Pick a random movie if you can't agree on what to watch.The app lets you choose a genre, set a minimum rating, and then make a movie choice for you based on your preferences.
Step 4: The movie can be tailored to the audience.
If you will be hosting all boys or girls, make sure they enjoy what you have to offer.Make sure the movie is appropriate for kids.Try to pick a movie that fits your interests, which might be sports, music, business, or martial arts.Picking something you haven't seen before is great when you're alone, but it may not be the best plan for inviting people.You could end up with something you don't like.If you don't know what kind of movies people like, it's a good idea to get their input ahead of time.
Step 5: It should be a marathon with a theme.
Pick a fun set of sequels, movies with the same leading actor, or similar movies when you have time for multiple movies.Allow a few people to showcase their favorite old sci-fi movie, or watch your favorite actor in multiple decades.You can come up with a lot of combinations.The audience has to figure out the connection by the end of the last movie in a set of movies where the theme isn't obvious.The connection can be general or specific.You can watch two different versions of the King Kong story, or you can choose two movies that were released in the same year.If you try hard, you can find a connection between movies.
Step 6: Movie ticket invitations for everyone.
If you want to make the night a big event, you can design tickets that feature the title of the movie, the person's name, and the date.This will make your movie night a special occasion.You can either invite people by mail or hand them out in person.Everyone should be told that they must have a ticket to enter the movie showing.Even if they forget the ticket, let them in!
Step 7: It is possible to enhance the movie experience by using location.
You can find a creative location to watch the movie.It can be fun to move outdoors.Scary movies can be found in the basement or attic.You could set up a bedroom for romantic movies or a garage for racing movies.It probably isn't worth the trouble of setting it up if you choose a location that relates to the movie.Watching Interstellar under the stars would be amazing, but Training Day in the bedroom probably wouldn't have much effect.If you want to watch a movie, make sure the location you choose is comfortable.You don't want to be attacked by bugs in a garage.The proper adjustments should be made when moving to these locations.
Step 8: Extra seating needs to be set up.
Depending on the size of the room where you'll show the movie, you will most likely need to bring in some extra folding chairs, pillows and blankets, as well as moving in a couch from another room.It's a good idea to have all of this done before people arrive so that they don't feel like you are going to make a lot of trouble for them.You need to know how many people are coming so you can set up the seating.Check the seating to make sure people can see the tv or projector screen.Make sure the view is good by sitting in all of the spots.If you only have a small amount of room to work with, make sure you don't invite a lot of people.
Step 9: Provide a lot of food.
Make sure you have a good spread because snacking and movies go hand in hand.You can ask people to bring something or provide it on your own.Plates and napkins are needed to keep the mess to a minimum.All of your guests should be aware of any food allergies or diet restrictions.Popcorn, candy, and soda are good movie snacks.You could have more filling foods like a sandwich bar, french fries, or meatballs.Some healthy options include fruit, vegetables, and cheese.If the party is only for adults, it's good to have a wide range of drinks such as soda, juice, water, and alcohol.If you have a trash can set out in plain sight, people will throw their trash away.It is possible to make things fun by having snacks with the movie.There are doughnuts for a cop movie, fish sticks for an ocean adventure, and even a cooking movie.
Step 10: You should decorate for the night.
Halloween stuff could be used to make costumes for scary movies, sports movies or props from the movie itself.If you want to make the viewing room look better, you can put out some simple decorations.There is a red carpet and a marquee for a big movie premiere.You can stage the room to look like the main set of the movie or a significant scene if you want to go more elaborate.A special feel will be given to the evening by any amount of decorating that makes it look more than your living room.
Step 11: The lights need to be dim.
Watching with all the lights on may make moving around easier, but watching in a darkened room creates the best atmosphere.Setting up a few dim lamps or string Christmas lights around the room will make it too dark if all the lights are shut off.You can dim the lights in a room with a dimmer switch when the movie starts.
Step 12: A "no phones" rule should be established.
Movie nights are meant to be fun, so don't get carried away with enforcing rules, but ask everyone at the start to keep their phones out.It's usually more enjoyable for everyone to be focused on the movie than on their phones.Don't make it sound like you're trying to be strict when you announce this at the beginning of the movie.If there are no phones in the movie, it will be more fun for everyone.
Step 13: Take a timeout.
You can plan ahead to take a break halfway through a show.Everyone has time to check their phones, use the bathroom, and load up on snacks.It's a good idea to keep the interval to a time limit.10 minutes is enough for people to move around and take care of their business.
Step 14: Discuss the movie after it is over.
After watching a movie, people love to sit and talk about it.You can either plan some questions ahead of time or let things go with the flow.You should open the discussion since you are the host.You could ask people what they thought of the character.Was he or she nice?The filmmakers were trying to establish a certain theme throughout the movie.