Cinema at home. Those three words that excite every film fan across the globe and Back to the Movies is here to help!
Turn any bland old room into the ultimate home-cinema experience as we list the Top MUST-HAVE items to spice up the life of any budding film lover.
We’ve taken into account tech, comfort, style, and overall film atmosphere into our Top 10 list.
I think you’ll agree that even a handful of the items listed below could completely transform a room of your home into cinematic heaven.
Projector
We start off by introducing the one item that will turn your normal generic room into a 4K home-theatre.
The BENQ W2700 is a product we have already reviewed on Back to the Movies (Click here). This 4k projector is priced under £1500 and delivers breathtaking visuals that are unmatched in this price range.
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It’s cinema-quality on a budget. This is an outstanding projector that can be used with a screen or looks just a good on a plain wall.
The projector comes fully calibrated by BENQ out of the box with a report telling you of that very calibration. Simply plug in your laptop, games console or any other HD / 4K device and away you go. Plug in and play!
If you’re on a budget you can’t go wrong with the Vasttron HD Home Video Projector. Cheap and cheerful with a very good picture for its price point.
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Projector Screen
While you can shine your projector on the wall, it won’t look nearly as good as it would if you projected the image on a dedicated projector screen.
With a quality projector screen you’re able to capture the power of your 4K projector.
Without the proper material to reflect off of, ambient light can significantly disrupt the color, detail and clarity of the projected image. On top of that if you try to project on an empty wall, the light will highlight all of the flaws and imperfections on the wall.
Projector screens are designed to reflect as much light as possible, producing the best image for your home theater.
For the best picture for your home cinema, look for high quality brands like Stewart Filmscreen, Screen Innovation or Da-Lite.
Sound System
If you’re looking for an affordable home cinema surround sound system you can’t go wrong with the Sony BDV-E4100 1000W Home Cinema System.
A very simple 5.1 channel surround sound system set containing 2 tall and 2 compact speakers with a subwoofer.
Whilst visually appealing the reviews for this piece of kit is through the charts.
If you want to splash the cash and go for a cinema-standard surround sound system then take a look at the SONOS True Surround Sound experience. Aesthetically pleasing with speakers that could catapult you into any blockbuster of your choice.
If you want to play it safe and go for a mid-tier option then the Onkyo HT-S5915 system will be just up your street! Thanks to retropeter on Instagram for the suggestion!
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THE COMFY
During these winter months, nothing quite beats wrapping yourself up in a blanket and watching a good movie. But blankets are so yesterday.
Known as THE COMFY and seen on the show Shark Tank this giant wearable Sherpa blanket will keep you warm and cozy on levels previously unknown.
This cozy blanket crossed with a hoodie is made from luxury materials and allows you to completely be wrapped head to toe in sheer comfort.
Move freely and stay warm wherever you go.
The perfect gift to enhance that home-cinema experience.
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Corner Sofa
Whilst recliner chairs offer you single comfort to a degree the leather is usually horrific to sit on in the summer months and you can’t really snuggle up to someone else without awkward armrests.
In steps the Abakus Direct Darcy corner sofa.
Wrap up in THE COMFY and chill out on this absolute beauty of a sofa.
Don’t just take my word for it. Try one for yourself, your buttcheeks will thank you!
If you still want leather seating regardless for that good old fashioned home cinema experience then you just can’t beat the Octane cinema range. Highly recommend!
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Film Storage
Whoever said DVD, Blu Ray, and 4K physical copy was dead needs to hide in a corner.
Sales are booming like ever before and nothing quite beats holding a copy of your favourite movie in your hand as you admire the incredible cover art.
Proudly display your collection of movies, special edition boxsets, collectors editions and more with a Storage Shelf Rack Unit.
With adjustable shelves to match DVD, Blu Ray, and even CD size this unit can hold 1116 CDs or 528 DVDs.
It’s safe to say you’ll have more than enough room to store your entire film collection to pick and choose titles as you please.
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Cinema Posters
What would a home-cinema be without some of your favourite movie posters on the walls?
The UK standard size for movie posters is 30×40.
From Back to the Future to Goodfellas or maybe even films you’ve worked on yourself there’s a whole range to choose from.
Instead of a normal frame why not invest in cinema snap frames that allow you to swap posters easily and efficiently without needing to take the frame off the wall.
Simply and easy to use and they’re always made to such high-quality standards.
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Personalised Hollywood Star Wall Art
Nothing says film royalty more than your own personalised Hollywood walk of fame star.
Be the star of your own home and customize your very own stand to hang proudly in your brand new swanky home cinema.
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Movie Props / Memorabilia
It’s time to step it up a gear if you want a true cinematic home-cinema.
A home movie theatre with items plucked straight out of the very films themselves!
Why not surround yourself with movie history from a screen-used costume to a prop used in your favourite production?
Prop Store of London are the UK’s biggest provider of screen-used costumes and props from the biggest Hollywood productions.
Do you want a Batman suit in the corner of your room? They’re your guys.
Do you want a Superman suit in your cinema room or a hoverboard from Back to the Future on your wall? They’re your guys.
Whilst Prop Store has thousands of items on their site it’s their auctions that happen every September where the biggest and most iconic items go under the hammer.
Looking for something a little smaller or affordable? They’ve got all budgets covered.
Why not buy many smaller items and display them in the beautiful 4 tier Detolf IKEA cabinet?
Just want a cool-looking item? Then you can’t go wrong with an autograph or movie replica.
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Popcorn Machine
Our tech is ready to go, we’re now sitting in heavenly comfort surrounded by movie history.
Now let’s indulge a little more.
Nothing says cinema at home more than your very own popcorn stand!
Certain to be a topic of conversation at parties or film nights this Royal Catering popcorn machine rolls the clocks back to a classier time and would look the part in any cinema room.
Not too in your face but looking the part filled to the brim with popcorn have your guests (or even yourself) scoop up some freshly made popcorn, sit down and enjoy the movie.
Don’t forget to get your Greenbrier Popcorn bowls too!
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Mini-Bar
Nothing says home-cinema like a well-stocked mini-bar from soft to alcoholic drinks this single door bottle cooler just looks the business.
With LED lighting to add to that bar ambiance, you can’t go wrong. Got guests coming over?
Not a problem. The Klarstein Beersafe can hold 132 cans!
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Not a bottle kind of person? Then grab the kettle, make yourself a brew and serve it up in your favorite movie mug.
Overall
Whilst there are so many more things we could add to this home movie theatre list that would make your room even more badass this is a good solid start to set you on your way.
You’ve now got a projector hooked up to a surround sound system with a beautiful large corner sofa that you can snuggle up on wearing THE COMFY.
All whilst surrounded with movie memorabilia and history and your very own popcorn machine and bar.
The perfect cinema at home. If that doesn’t sound like heaven. I don’t know what does!
