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AIBU to go to cinema on my own?

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MoonStar07 · 19/10/2016 21:54

Desperate to see Bridget Jones Baby and basically everyone I've asked has already been! (Feeling slightly shit that no one has asked me to go with them). Shall I go on my own? Or is that really sad? Also is it more a film to see with girlfriends?

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MrsMook · 19/10/2016 22:13

DH and I have different taste in films, so there's been a few times that we went together, then split off to different screenings, me for a rom com, and him for something more bloodthirsty.

The cinema is fine on your own. It's not a place to chat anyway!

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MoonStar07 · 19/10/2016 22:13

Feels weird that I lack the confidence to do this...is it embarrassing to tell people you do it alone? I've got a couple more people to ask...not sure I can do it...

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itsnotfair10 · 19/10/2016 22:31

If you are in Sussex I'll come with you Smile
All my friends have already been too and I fancy a giggle!

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MoonStar07 · 19/10/2016 22:32

Not Sussex :( alone it is...

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3luckystars · 19/10/2016 22:34

There is no greater joy.

OliviaStabler · 19/10/2016 22:35

I've never understood anyone who can't go to a concert, film etc on their own. Maybe it's the life I've led Sad

itsnotfair10 · 19/10/2016 22:36

That's a shame, but I don't think it would be bad going alone. Be lovely and peaceful to watch a movie, munching popcorn with no interruptions!

I can't remember the last time i managed to eat a meal, watch a programme or even shower without hearing the word "muuuuuum" Smile

3luckystars · 19/10/2016 22:37

Going to the cinema alone is lovely! You can laugh and cry, eat all the food yourself and you don't realise how much you had been caring about the other persons enjoyment, until you go alone and its heaven.

Nobody asked me either, does that make you feel better? Just go and enjoy it!

Papergirl1968 · 19/10/2016 22:42

Not in the black country, are you? I want to see it too but am a bit reluctant to go alone despite all the positive pots on this thread. Might just grit my teeth and go for it over half term when the kids are away for a couple of days.

DailyFaily · 19/10/2016 22:44

I love lone cinema visits, total treat! I went to see this film alone and it would not have been an better for seeing it with someone else. I've been to the cinema alone loads of times, no one notices or cares. Go, get what you want to eat/drink, settle yourself in and enjoy :)

Clickncollect · 19/10/2016 22:46

I've been to the cinema several times on my own. No eyelids batted and no fucks given!

Whathaveilost · 19/10/2016 22:47

Blimey, what a question!
I go to the pictures by myself very often for many reasons ( also to the theatre and gigs and on holiday)
The reasons are that nobody is available on the date I want to go, I fancy going alone anyway, it's not to my friends' taste. Why should I miss out on something I know I will enjoy?

Don't get me wrong , I have a lot of good friends and I have a great time with them and do things like cinemas, afternoon teas etc but I refuse to miss out on anything because know one can come with me.

AuditAngel · 19/10/2016 22:48

I used to go to the cinema regularly by myself. DH works evenings while I do weekday 9-5.30, I don't do it now we have kids, but only because I am sorting out their activities

Babydontcry · 19/10/2016 22:50

Definitely go Smile

almondpudding · 19/10/2016 22:51

I go on my own, as well as with others.

I have anxiety issues at the moment and the cinema is my safe public place.

It is totally fine to go on your own.

The only time I've felt sorry for someone was at the midnight first showing of the Force Awakens. They had come in on their own really early, probably to get a good seat and then because the cinema was so full it was announced people sat individually might have to swap seats to make room for others. In the end They did not have to move, but I was watching the whole thing unfold as a tragedy!

FluffyFluffster · 19/10/2016 22:52

I've done it. The room is dark so don't concern yourself. It's like a mini self date where you have a glass of wine at home before you go and all the popcorn to yourself Grin

coff33andChoc · 19/10/2016 22:54

I always go on my own. prefer it that way.

The Bridget Jones movie though is pretty rubbish. Watch something different Grin

Heychickadee · 19/10/2016 23:18

I'm going to see it alone, if you're in Bristol then join me Grin

KC225 · 20/10/2016 00:15

Love going to the cinema on my own. Can sit where you want, eat what snacks you want and not have DH leaning over saying 'your not crying are you, no one's died'

Beeziekn33ze · 20/10/2016 00:33

Disguise yourself as someone over 50 and go to Silver Screen. Discount tickets, hot drink and biscuits included, friendly atmosphere, what's not to like?

LikeDylanInTheMovies · 20/10/2016 02:09

Going to a restaurant, cinema, art gallery or gig on your own is known as Masturdating. And I am a proud and frequent masturdater.

I bloody love going to the cinema on my own. Other people in the cinema are a bloody hindrance. All social interaction in the cinema detracts from my enjoyment of the film.

Two hours with no one nudging me in the ribs and asking: 'who's that?' or going to the loo and then wanting to know what they've missed. No one snaffling your sweets or taking up elbow room. It is absolute bliss and I resent having to go to the cinema with other people.

Bishybishybarnabee · 20/10/2016 06:44

I love going to the cinema alone, you don't (hopefully) speak to anyone during the film anyway and when you do it you realise there's usually several other people there alone too.
I saw Bridget Jones alone a few weeks ago at our local independent cinema, glass of wine, posh snacks and a few hours to myself - bliss!

mmgirish · 20/10/2016 07:16

Go by yourself! It's fine. I've been a few times now and always enjoy myself.

whatyouseeiswhatyouget · 20/10/2016 07:25

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liquidrevolution · 20/10/2016 08:09

Well where are you OP? Perhaps there is another mumsnetter who is too shy to go on their own?

I love going to the cinema and theatre on my own. I love shopping on my own, eating in cafes on my own.

I also like company too but being confident to do things you want to do on your own takes a bit of effort at first. Try it!