By Jennifer McGregor
Los Angeles, CA (The Hollywood Times) 8/18/22 – Fall is on the way, so it’s time to snuggle up and watch more movies! When you do it the right way, hosting a movie night at home is all you need to keep your weeks fun, interesting, and relaxing. But just what is the right way? The Hollywood Times has shared everything you need to know about planning the perfect movie-viewing evening:
Select Your Movie
Your first step is to choose the movie for your special. It goes without saying that the wrong flick Kenrick movie night in minutes! Consider who the guest will be; is it a family movie night with young kids or are you inviting a few coworkers over? The movie you select will play a significant role in the overall tone of the evening. Will you go with a drama, action, suspense, or comedy? What about an animated flick for the kiddos?
Plenty of top-notch films to entertain and inspire you if you’re an entrepreneur or work in business. Pirates of Silicon Valley and Moneyball, for example, center around characters who go out on their own to build a brand for themselves.
Choose Your Snacks and Beverages
Everyone likes to chow down on snacks while watching a movie. And one of the best parts about hosting a movie night from home is that you can have four times the snacks for what you would pay for at the movie theater.
You could go the traditional popcorn route and even invest in a high-quality popcorn maker. You could make chocolate fondue, a meat-and-cheese board, or go any other direction. And let’s not pretend that you can’t combine tons of different foods!
While you’re at it, the drinks you have during movie night. It’s all about what you and your guests want. Whether you choose sodas, cocktails, beer, or hot cocoa, buy the beverages well in advance, so you’re not running to the store at the last minute and putting your movie-viewing evening behind schedule. You might want to avoid red wine or juice to prevent deadly stains on your furniture!
Check Your System
Once you choose the movie, food, and drinks, ensure your home theater setup is up to the task. Obviously, you’ll need a stellar flatscreen and entertainment system. But to put your movie viewing experience over the top, consider investing in a top-rated sound system. Here are some of the most popular home theater systems on the market:
- Vizio M512a
- Roku Streambar
- Klipsch Reference Theater Pack
- Onkyo TX-NR6100
- Elac Debut 2.0 B6.2
Spruce Up Your Home
Finally, your home to be more than presentable; it should wow your case and instantly make them comfortable. Start dedicating a couple of hours to decluttering your home, especially the areas that will see heavy foot traffic. You could also use this opportunity to sort items into piles for donating, selling, or putting in storage. After your spaces are organized, wipe down every surface from the ceiling to the floor.
You’ll also want to clean your furniture thoroughly. If you run into any stains you can’t remove, consider hiring a professional upholstery cleaning service. Spend time reading online reviews and evaluating companies before choosing who to hire. Look for cleaners who use all-in-one cleaning tools.
Conclusion
Nothing beats a successful movie night when you plan and prepare. Choose the perfect film, whether it’s about entrepreneurship, romance, drama, or any other topic. Pick out snacks and drinks that guests will love, and ensure you have a top-tier home theater system that provides the maximum experience. Then, you’ll be ready to organize and clean your home to make everyone feel welcome.
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