The search for a soulmate is one of life’s great challenges. You spend years going through bad dates, then one day you meet someone and everything feels different.

They’re just right for you. Your fictional movie soulmate is no different: there are plenty of ways to find the perfect person to watch movies with, but they all start with the same basic principles that apply to real-life dating scenarios as well: finding someone who makes you laugh, having good chemistry with them physically and emotionally, being attracted to their personality traits that mirror yours but on an even higher level (like how Cinderella’s prince was so much better than her stepsisters’ beaus), etcetera. So what are some strategies for finding yown movie soulmate?

Online movie trivia games are a great way to find people who share your interests. If you’re looking for someone to watch movies with, you should obviously be on the lookout for someone who enjoys them too.

An excellent place to start is with online trivia games that focus on cinema: these usually allow users to add their favorite flicks and ones they’ve seen recently or want to see in the future.

Here are four ideas…

Look for someone who makes you laugh.

“You should find the person who makes you laugh” is a common cliché used in romantic comedies and teen dramas alike. However, there’s a reason for that: it’s true. If you’re going on a date with someone who doesn’t make you crack up or at least smile every few minutes (or even if they do), then that relationship probably won’t be very long-lasting.

Of course, this doesn’t mean that every partner should be able to get every joke you make or vice versa, but some shared inside jokes never hurt anybody. You might also notice how your own sense of humor has begun to change since being in this new relationship. I’d bet money on it: laughter truly is infectious.

Be attracted to someone who’s like you, only better.

Finding a fictional movie soulmate is tricky but one thing’s for certain: if you’re afraid to be yourself and honest about how you feel, it’ll never work out.

When I was younger, I used to think I had to act like someone else or be someone else to fit into my surroundings. This led me down a road of self-loathing and bitterness, resultingin some major relationship problems (and many bad dating choices). When I finally realized there was no point in trying to reinvent myself or pretend like w am wasn’t good enough, it gave me the confidence and strength to become my best self, which in turn helped me find happiness with someone who respected the real me.

Be drawn to a character that represents your opposite.

Be drawn to a character that represents your opposite.

Opposites attract, right? Well, sometimes they do. And if you’re looking for someone to complement your life and bring out the best in who you are, it’s important to find someone who represents your exact opposite.

This way, you can learn from each other and grow as people together. It’s also really helpful if one of you is more responsible and organized than the other, then there are two people on board with keeping things running smoothly.

A little mystery doesn’t hurt.

Mystery is one of the most important elements to a satisfying relationship. You don’t have to share everything with your partner, but you do need to show some interest in their life. If they’re going through some tough times at work or family, let them know that you’re there for them, even if it means taking the time out of your busy schedule to listen and give advice.

As for dating itself? Mystery is not only allowed but encouraged. After all, what’s more romantic than a little intrigue? Sure, there may come a time when you’ll want nothing more than sit down with your date and casually discuss their goals for the future or how many pets they want as an adult (just kidding).

But why rush?

Instead of asking these questions on date number two (or before), try exploring new activities together instead, like dancing or hiking up Mt. Kilimanjaro together. With any luck this will lead into meaningful conversation about our shared passions, and maybe even spark an intimate connection between us too.