Pass the popcorn: Here’s your holiday movie gift guide for film buffs on your list

Rod Pocowatchit
·3 min read

Just about everyone has a film buff on their holiday giving gift list. But that still doesn’t make it any easier to pick out a present for them. So here are some ideas.

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Sennheiser Wireless Headphone System: The Sennheiser RS 175 is a digital wireless headphone system that delivers pristine sound quality without those pesky wires getting in the way. The ergonomic around-the-ear design reduces background noise while providing a comfortable fit. You can enjoy your movies without disturbing anyone else in the room. About $171 on Amazon. https://bit.ly/3Rbxc79

Enno Vatti 100 Movies Scratch-Off Poster: This giant poster is filled with images of the 100 of the most notable movies ever made for watching inspiration. Once your film buffs watch one of the titles, they can scratch it off to reveal original illustrations underneath, and when it’s all revealed, they’ll have a new piece of movie art. About $22 at Amazon. https://bit.ly/4a4cZZR

Tallgrass Film Festival 2024 Tallpass: The annual Black Friday VIP Tallpass sale will close on Jan. 1. Regular pricing ($259) goes up on Jan. 2. The Tallpass provides access to all in-person films and virtual films, VIP lounge, parties and more during the 21st annual film festival, to be held Oct. 24-27, 2024, in downtown Wichita. $175 at https://tff24.eventive.org/passes/buy

Orpheum Theatre 2024 Anniversary Film Series pass: The Orpheum’s popular monthly Anniversary Film Series returns in 2024 with such titles as Tim Burton’s “Batman,” Alfred Hitchcock’s “Rear Window,’ “Purple Rain,” “Pulp Fiction,” “Galaxy Quest” and more. Anniversary Film Series passes are buy one, get one free through Dec. 31. $75 at https://selectaseat.com/afs2024

The affordable Native Mini Projector connects to smartphones, Roku sticks, laptops and more.
The affordable Native Mini Projector connects to smartphones, Roku sticks, laptops and more.

Native Mini Projector: This affordable, portable projector connects to smartphones, Roku sticks, laptops and more. It has a built-in speaker for indoor use but can also be hooked up to external speakers. And the main selling point: It comes with its own projector screen. About $65 at Amazon. https://amzn.to/3RtrY8l

HuaKastro Inflatable Outdoor Projector Screen: If you enjoy a bigger, puffier projector screen, this blow-up option comes with a quick and quiet blower that can inflate in about two minutes and has an anti-crease surface for clear picture quality. It comes with a storage bag that allows you to take it to watch movies anywhere. About $100 on Amazon. https://amzn.to/480WMmi

Patented Micro-Pop Microwave Popcorn Popper: Love popcorn but hate those pesky kernels? This microwave popper comes with a temperature-safe popcorn bowl, which comes with a multipurpose lid to measure kernels and melt all the butter you desire. About $12.99 on Amazon. https://bit.ly/486kcGL

”Cocktails of the Movies” book: This illustrated guide features cocktail recipes from beloved movies such as Marilyn’s Manhattan in “Some Like It Hot” and the Dude’s White Russian in “The Big Lebowski.” Each cocktail is accompanied by the recipe, a history of the drink and a synopsis of its scene in the movie alongside full-color original artwork. About $15 at Walmart. https://bit.ly/3Tjfm4O

This nostalgic T-shirt features the carpet design from the Overlook Hotel in Stanley Kubrick’s classic “The Shining.”
This nostalgic T-shirt features the carpet design from the Overlook Hotel in Stanley Kubrick’s classic “The Shining.”

The Overlook Hotel Carpet Unisex Tee: Now you can play forever... and ever... and ever in this nostalgic T-shirt featuring the carpet design from the Overlook Hotel in Stanley Kubrick’s classic “The Shining.” Fabric is not pre-shrunk, so some shrinking should be expected. And sleepless nights. Stay out of room 237! About $29 at Famousinreallife.com. https://bit.ly/3NdeTNU

Reach Rod Pocowatchit at rodrick@rawdzilla.com