Part of the fun of going to the movies is the movie theater
itself — it doesn’t look like a living room at all. But just because you’re
staying home to watch doesn’t mean your home theater has to be boring — why not
make it fun? Here’s 5 ways you can turn a ho-hum home theater into something as
entertaining as what you will be watching:
SIGNAGE AND POSTERS - Bare walls might make for a quiet
environment, but why not liven it up with some movie posters? There’s non-invasive ways to put these up on
the walls, should it be only time for them when its “movie night” too. Or go
for a “This is our Movie Theater” or a marquee with the family’s name on it or
some other sign — maybe with neon glowing or LED backlighting? Let your imagination
soar before you start watching.
MOVIE THEATER PROPS - Bring out a cardboard cutout of your
favorite actor or a movie theater usher and place them in a strategic spot to
show off before the “movie” starts.
Maybe a movie theater-themed clock to keep the time while also keeping the look
of the theater. Or even a decorative table for holding the popcorn until its
time to eat.
MOVIE THEATER SNACKS - If there’s anything that gets the taste
buds going, it’s the wide array of candies and other foodstuffs that wait
behind the concession counter. A quick trip to the grocery store will let you
stock up on your favorites so that they’re ready when you are. Plus the price
for indulging in hot dogs or piazza or other edibles will be significantly
less. Your stomach wont know the difference.
LOOK, IT’S A POPCORN MACHINE - Okay, so microwaving popcorn is
fast and convenient But a home popcorn machine with all the trimmings really
impresses in the kitchen. And somehow makes the popcorn taste better too. Plus
it looks cool.
HOME THEATER SEATS - no, there’s nothing wrong with sitting on a
couch to watch a movie, but being in a cinema home theater seat (sort of a
fancy specialized lazy-boy) is not only more comfortable but also safer for
your living room (or wherever your home theater calls home). That’s because
they have cup holders which, unlike you, never lose their grasp on what you’re
drinking. There’s also a feeling of awesomeness when reclining because you know
you’re in a seat whose only purpose is to let you watch with an unencumbered
view of the “screen.”
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