How to Throw the Ultimate Movie Marathon at Home
Have you ever hosted a movie marathon? It’s the best way to watch four to five movies in one evening with your friends, in an affordable way.
Movie tickets have become expensive and the price excludes snacks and beverages. Not everyone can afford a cinema experience so it’s difficult to get a group of people to go with you to the movies. So why not create the ultimate cinema experience in the comfort of your own home? Have you ever hosted a movie marathon? It’s the best way to watch four to five movies in one evening with your friends, in an affordable way. Today, we’re giving you tips on how to throw the ultimate movie marathon at home. Keep reading to find out more.
Pick a Theme and a Movie Genre
There are many different types of movies out there so you can create a theme with a genre you pick. For example, make your movie marathon theme Italian and pick a list of mob movies to watch. People can also dress up and you can decorate according to the theme of your marathon to make it even more fun.
Start Looking for Movies in the Genre You’ve Chosen
It’s time to pick the best movies in the genre you’ve chosen for your film festival. Look at blogs or reviews on a list of the best movies of all time in that genre. Then decide whether you want to stream your movies off Netflix or buy Blu-ray discs for your party.
Make Sure You Have the Ultimate Set-Up
You can’t have a movie marathon with low-grade sound and a small screen TV. Make sure you have a television that gives you and your guests a mini cinema experience. Additionally, you should have incredible sound so your guests don’t struggle to hear what’s happening in the movie. If your audio is lacking, take a look at an online amplifier store to find equipment that will transmit crisp sounds from your TV. You could also include surround sound for a more realistic experience.
Create a Comfortable Space for All Your Guests
Watching a movie at the cinema can get uncomfortable. Some cinemas have standard seating that isn’t ideal to sit on for long periods of time. So to make your space more comfortable for your guests, haul out the mattresses and pillows so everyone has a comfortable place to sit or lie down.
What Food and Drinks Will You Be Serving?
You can make movie-themed snacks and drinks for your marathon. Or ask everyone to bring a platter of their favourite snacks to add to the table. Don’t forget the popcorn! You can serve hot or cold drinks too, tailoring the food to the season.
Final Thoughts
Having a movie marathon at home is cost-effective, more comfortable and you get to hang out with all your friends and chat whenever you want to. So if you weren’t sure how to throw a movie marathon before then use our guide. Make sure you have excellent sound and screening and ensure all your guests are comfortable. By following our guide, you’ll be the host everyone wants to go to for at-home film festivals.
