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With an influx of blockbusters appearing on the big screen this year, many more people are enjoying the benefits of large cinema chains to enjoy the latest and greatest movies in style. With popcorn and drinks at hand, massive projector screens and the introduction of 3D movies, you can see why. But many more people are starting to enjoy films and movies at home, but why? Here are the top 5 reasons as to why your home is already the best movie theatre:

1. The costs involved
We all love to see movies the way they were intended, on the big screen, but many people cannot justify the costs of your average cinema trip. When you consider fuel costs, the tickets themselves and the costs of refreshments, a large family can expect to pay well over $150-$200 for a single night out.

A Blu-Ray movie on the other hand retails at a fraction of that cost and is yours to keep for life. Movies are being released on DVD sooner than ever, so whilst there is only limited time that the cinema has exclusivity, you can be sure to pick up the DVD a few months or even weeks later.

2. The technology at home can sometimes be better than the cinema
The big screen cinema is a great way to watch big blockbusters, may cinemas use old technology to put the movies on the screen, technology that has been surpassed by equipment you can buy and install at home.

Many cinemas still only use 1080p projectors that have a resolution of 2.2 megapixels, whereas you can now purchase 4K televisions that are capable of doubling that resolution quality to an impressive 4096x2160 pixel display. Add to that 3D, curved displays and being able to sit closer to the screen, you can see why so many people are investing in their own entertainment.

3. You get the best seat in the house - every time!

There is nothing worse than forking out a fortune on tickets, popcorn, snacks and the drive there to be sat behind the tall guy who blocks your view. Cinema seats often have a sweet spot for the screen and the audio, giving you an optimal viewing distance from the screen. If that row of seats is

But if you decide to watch your film at home on your home theatre system, if there is something blocking your view, well you can just move it out of the way. Heck, why not even sit right in front of the screen, put your feet up on the table and have the best seat in the house - every time!

4. An endless supply of snacks

One of the most annoying things about visiting the cinema is that the snacks cost an absolute fortune. You often get the people who decide to sneak in their own food and drinks into the cinema, and whilst many cinemas frown or flat out disallow this, when you are at home you are closer to your favourite food.With your own kitchen, your own food and possibly a friend on hand, you can cook up the ultimate snacks to feast on while watching your favourite movie.

5. Watch classic movies and movie marathons anytime!

One thing about the cinema is that the more people that you invite, the more it will cost you. When you throw a movie party at home, you can save a fortune on snacks and taxis and throw one of the best parties you’ve ever had.

Many people host marathon parties where they watch a series of films such as all of the Lord of the Rings films, the Jurassic Park movies or even your favourite television series. The possibilities are endless for movie buffs, with cinemas only offering movies every month or so, your home theatre is the ONLY place to see classic movies that are no longer showing on the big screen.