First of all, the vast majority of people can't even come close to replicate this "technological experience" of movie theater Massively disagree. The huge scr

First of all, the vast majority of people can't even come close to replicate this "technological experience" of movie theater Massively disagree. The huge screen is really not of great importance. Given a good-enough screen, quality audio is what sends the experience over the edge. I picked up fantastic NHT speakers and a variety of amplifiers for well under $1k. Surround sound adds nothing, while a center channel is crucial for dialog. As for the environment, set your living room up however you please. I've never had anyone munching popcorn and nachos (!), talking to the characters, jingling their jewelery, or texting in my living room. I agree about Borat, though a room of friends would have given the same experience.