Backyard Movie Event Questions & Answers
- Q: What time can you start the movie?
- A: All movies begin 10-15 minutes after dusk when it becomes dark enough to see an image on the screen. Please visit www.sunrisesunset.com to enter your location and date determine an approximate start time. Movies cannot be shown during daylight hours.
- Q: What areas do you service?
- A: Moonlight Outdoor Movies offer regularly services clients in Monmouth, Ocean, Mercer, Middlesex, Burlington, Atlantic and Cape May counties. We will travel outside these areas, but additional fees may apply.
- Q: How well do your screens handle gusty winds?
- A: All screens are wind-rated to about 15-20 mph. To offer better stability, the screen may be set up parallel to the wind or sometimes against an object.
- Q: What time do you arrive to set up and how long do you stay?
- A: We will arrive 2-hours before the scheduled start time and will remain on-site for the entire duration of the movie.
- Q: Which way do you project; front or rear?
- A: Rear projection is the preferred method because it places the A-V equipment out of the way. More viewers can be seated closer to the screen. However, there are times where front projection will be the best choice.
- Q: Do I need a license to show a movie?
- A: No license is needed for movies shown at your home so feel free to provide the movie of your choice. However, public events usually require licensing and sometimes, a permit. Moonlight Outdoor Movies can assist you with this process. For more info on licensing, visit http://www.criterionpicusa.com or http://www.swank.com
- Q: Can we watch live TV or internet-based movies instead of on a DVD?
- A: Yes! You can easily watch your favorite show from your tablet or laptop via Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, etc…as long as there is a good Wi-Fi signal available.
- Q: What is your rain date & weather policy?
- A: Moonlight Outdoor Movies offers Event Protection which will allow you to reschedule to the next available date or have your entire deposit refunded. We will work with you to ensure you have your movie night!
YARD PREPARATION TIPS FOR MOVIE NIGHT
- Have the lawn mowed a day or 2 before so the grass is short and neat. Pick up any sticks, leaves or yard waste
- Trim low-hanging branches and/or cut back any overgrown vegetation that may interfere with the movie viewing experience.
- If you have pets, kindly make sure you thoroughly search the yard for any pet droppings.
- Manually turn your sprinkler system off so it does not accidentally come on during the movie. (Yes, this has happened!)
- For everyone’s comfort, have some citronella candles and insect repellent on hand. You can also spray an outdoor fogger in your yard a few hours beforehand.