How to host a movie night
Invite your friends and family to enjoy a movie night in the comfort of your own home or another venue, while also helping to create a future without sight loss. Find out how to host one below.
1. Choose a film
Deciding on what film to watch is the most important part of planning a movie night! From rom-coms to horror, action to sci-fi, there are thousands to choose from.
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Here are our staff members favourite films:
The Breakfast Club - Jo Green, head of fundraising and engagement
Carrie (the 1976 version) - Abi Allen, individual giving officer
Spirited Away - Ben Carr, philanthropy manager
The Fifth Element - Nick Ayling, prospect research officer
Romeo and Juliet (1996) - Holly, fundraising officer
2. Set a date and location
Share the date and location as soon as possible to give people enough notice. Popular dates to host movie nights are typically Friday and Saturday nights!
3. Sell your movie night tickets
Decide on who you would like to invite to your fundraising movie night and sell the tickets. You could also share a short message about why you are fundraising for Moorfields Eye Charity.
4. On the night
The finishing touches to your movie night makes all the difference. Make sure there is space for your guests to sit comfortably and serve delicious drinks and snacks. Popcorn is a great movie night snack.
5. Enjoy the film!
You have now finished all the organising and you can enjoy the evening!
