Break the Ice with Your Four Favourites
Let’s be real: the Four Favourites feature on Letterboxd is basically a tiny confession booth for film lovers. It’s where you show a sliver of your cinematic soul without shouting your life story from the rooftop. On a first date, this becomes an even juicier icebreaker: four films, four moods, four insider jokes you can riff on as the drinks arrive. And yes, we’re swearing a little, because dating is messy, and cinema is messier in the best possible way.
Why Celebrities Love This Format
When celebrities curate their Four Favourites, you’re watching a live reel of personality: the comfort movie that makes them glow, the wild card that proves they’re not conforming to the usual script, the cult classic they defend with the fury of a loyal fan, and the surprise pick that reveals a secretly avant-garde streak. It’s not about impressing with a blockbuster—it’s about withstanding the test of casual conversation and still saying, “Yeah, that’s me.”
First-Date Rule of Four Favourites
On a first date, you don’t need to reveal your entire life story, but you should give a few hints that invite dialogue. Your four picks should be a map: one crowd-pleaser, one personal favorite, one curveball, and one film you’d defend to your dying breath. Keep it breezy and honest: a quick why for each pick, and a wink at how it shaped your taste. And yes, you can swear a little—it’s your damn profile, not a library card.
Seven Real-Life Celeb Moves You Can Borrow
These aren’t rules, just playful tactics to make your Four Favourites feel alive on a date:
- Desert Island Test: If you could only keep one, which stays, which goes, and why?
- Energy Check: Are your picks cozy and comforting, or audacious and provocative?
- Origin Story: Does a film hint at a turning point or a memory?
- Defend the Pick: Can you defend your curveball pick without sweating?
How to Present Your Four Favourites on Letterboxd
Label them clearly, add a short note from your future-fan self, and let the list do the talking. A little humor goes a long way—think playful self-promo without turning the date into a stand-up set. If you’re the type who borrows lines from film characters, reserve that for the right moment; authenticity beats shtick every time.
From Self-Promo to Self-Aknowledge
Let’s face it: we all want to feel seen, even by a screen. Your Four Favourites are your spark notes to who you are under the first-date nerves. Be bold enough to own a pet-project pick, and humble enough to explain why a comfort movie sits at the top. The goal isn’t to prove you’re a cinephile prodigy; it’s to prove you’re a person who loves movies, and isn’t afraid to show it with a witty, human touch.
Tips for Interacting After the Reveal
After you share your Four Favourites, the real conversation starts. Expect questions, counter-picks, and perhaps a good-natured challenge to defend a controversial choice. That’s the point: chemistry grows when you let a few brave film picks lead the chat. And if the date doesn’t pan out, your Four Favourites still tell a great story on your profile—proof you showed up authentically and with a dash of swagger.
A Quick Promised Follow-Up
If you want to keep the momentum, ask your date about their Four Favourites in return. Swap notes, plan a future movie night, or curate a shared list inspired by both tastes. The Four Favourites feature isn’t just a snapshot of taste—it’s the starting line for future conversations, collaborations, and perhaps a second date that feels a little more cinematic.
So, go ahead: pick your quartet, craft your quick pitch, and let Letterboxd do the rest. You’re not just choosing films; you’re choosing the story you want to tell about yourself—one that’s honest, a little bold, and absolutely worth smashing the “save” button for.
