I am sure that a home cinema is not about technology. It is about the atmosphere. I managed to create my own small space for films, and it always saves me on long evenings.

The secret is simple: it all starts with the right light. I remove bright lamps and leave only a garland by the window or a candle on the table. At this point, the room already looks like it's from a movie.

The second step is sound. Of course, you can buy speakers, but sometimes I just put on good headphones. This creates the effect of presence.

And the third step is preparing for the movie itself. I always make snacks. Sometimes it's popcorn, sometimes vegetable chips, sometimes just tea and something sweet. It's not the set itself that is important, but the feeling that you made it especially for watching.

For the full effect, I choose a blanket, get comfortable and put my phone away. The main thing is no distractions. Just the movie and me.

Sometimes I invite a friend, and then we discuss each scene, laugh and argue. But more often I keep this moment to myself. It's like a personal date with the cinema.

I realized: to arrange a holiday for yourself, you don't need huge screens and professional equipment. The desire to make the evening special is enough. And then even an old favorite movie looks like the first time.