There is nothing better than a movie night with your family or friends on a cold night. Most of the country is on lockdown right now, so a movie night with family is the perfect distraction and a great way to have fun together. Movie nights are cosy and comfortable, and they’re a great way to expand your knowledge of the movies that are out there in the world.

So, let’s take a look at the tips you need for the perfect movie night!

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• Pick A Good One! Everyone wants to choose a good movie, but truly you’ve got to pick wisely when it comes to your movie choice. Whether your movie night is successful depends on the strength of the film you choose, so really put some thought into it. Would you really want to pick a Bond movie if you know that your Dad will then spend hours debating which James Bond film was the most successful? Probably not! If you usually prefer to watch a rom-com, why not switch it up this time and choose an action movie? A good movie will make your evening, and you can choose something that appeals to the whole audience.
• Know The Audience. There is a very good chance that you’re all going to have different movie tastes, so know your audience and choose a movie that all of you would want to watch. This will help to make the evening a successful one, as you would have chosen something you could all watch together.
• Bring Snacks. Snacks make a movie night, we all know that. It doesn’t have to be popcorn, either! Nachos, gummies, chips and dips – they all make a movie night brilliant. Put out a range of snacks on a low coffee table, or put together mini snack packs for everyone so you all have control of yours!
• Make It Comfortable. Giant throw pillows and blankets make for some comfort on movie night. It’s got to be shoes off and fuzzy socks on for all. Get all of your guests to grab their bed blankets and pillows and pile them into the room where the movie will be showing! It’s going to be so comfortable to snuggle down and watch a movie when you add the piles of soft blankets.
• Make Room To Chat. There’s nothing like the post-movie debate! The best bit is the discussion about the movie, the actors, the direction, any mistakes you spot and more. Movies are to be talked over, and you can get a conversation going between all of the watchers. You can share opinions, debate any strong movie themes and more!

While we’re in a pandemic, movie night will likely be limited to your immediate family. It doesn’t mean that you cannot use these tips to make the night a roaring success. Sort the snacks early and let everyone have a think about which movies they’d like to watch – you are allowed to choose more than one!