How to do a Movie Challenge: Take a Cinematic Adventure
Grab a pre-printed list of 100+ movies and take a cinematic adventure with your favorite writers, directors, actors, and story creators.
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Jennifer Causley
3/24/20252 min read
If you’ve ever sat in front of your TV staring at the screen while mindlessly flipping channels like a robot missing its latest operating system update, you might need a Movie Challenge. The concept is simple, and the payoff can be immense. Simply find or purchase a low-priced, curated list of movies related to a specific topic or genre. With this list, you can create several ways to challenge and entertain yourself, your family, and your friends.
Watching a variety of recommended films will allow you to discover new genres, expand your horizons, and foster your love of cinema. Below you’ll find a list of ways to use a digital or printable movie challenge list.
Ways to Use a 100-Movie Challenge Printable
Personal Movie Marathon: Organize a personal movie marathon or binge-watching session with your favorite snacks while creating a cozy atmosphere.
Movie Night with Friends: Gather friends or family for movie nights. Plan themed nights and arrange special meals or potlucks in the style of the movie genre.
Family Film Festival: Use the challenge to introduce classic films to children or teenagers. For example, create a 1980s film festival, watch your favorite movies from the decade, and encourage young family members to dress in 1980s-era clothing.
Create a Movie Fan Facebook Community: Start a community around your favorite movie, genre, subgenre, or director and share reviews, favorite quotes, and stories with other fans.
Start a Movie Review Blog: Write about your movie experience as a blog for other fans by creating movie reviews. This can turn into a part-time income stream!
Sequel Challenges: Many movie challenges only include first-edition movies. Add a custom list of movie sequels and create a part II challenge that explores sequels or movie serials.
Tips for Completing the Challenge
Let’s face it - 100 movies is a huge challenge. Set realistic goals for yourself to complete the challenge. If you can only watch 2 movies per week, give yourself one year to complete the challenge. It’s more enjoyable if you don’t feel rushed.
Track your progress by checking off the movies or rate them with a star rating. Write reviews to remember what you liked or didn’t like about them.
Share your experiences. It’s relaxing to watch movies alone, but even more fun to share them with friends.
The cinematic experience offers more than just escapism. It’s a type of intellectual stimulation that provides proof of a shared human connection and can be an emotional transport to other worlds. Grab one of our movie challenges listed below and embark on your journey of imagination and shared perspective today. Don't be a couch robot. Do something different.