Thursday, August 9, 2012

Sometimes I go to the movies by myself...

It's true.

Sometimes I do go to the movies by myself.

But it is a rather recent occurrence. It wasn't until I read this blog post from Joanna Goddard of A Cup of Jo, that I had the guts to try it out.

My first movie: Twilight: Breaking Dawn Part 1.
I know, I know.
I couldn't find anyone to go with me, and I really wanted to see it. So one evening I decided to just do it. I was a little self-conscious at first, sitting all by myself, but it ended up being the most enjoyable experience. I was able to enjoy the movie without wondering if my friends were thinking it was dumb or lame, because it was a bit. But I think that's why I liked it so much.

Last night, I was really in the mood to see a movie. I'm waiting to see Dark Knight with a roommate, and she wasn't feeling it last night. As I was looking at what films were in theaters, I saw that Step Up Revolution was still playing. It's another one of those movies that I knew I wouldn't find anyone to go with me, so I went on my own.


The acting was bad, but the dancing was amazing. And that's all that really matters in the Step Up series anyways. Even better, a ton of dancers and choreographers from So You Think You Can Dance were involved. Twitch! Mia Michaels!!! Need I say more? There is one scene that is filmed in a museum, and swear I almost cried it was so cool. Dance makes me emotional, okay?

The more I go to the movies on my own, the less awkward I feel. It's empowering!

Have you ever been to a movie by yourself?


6 comments:

Jo said...

That's awesome! I haven't worked up the courage to go to a movie alone yet- but I do go out to dinner alone sometimes. My best friend and movie buddy is moving away next week, so I need to give this a try!

Nikki said...

Remember, we loved Step Up at our apartment? I hope this one was good.

Windy Dawn said...

You know, I've never been to a movie on my own before. I guess it never really occurred to me to do it. I'm glad you enjoyed yourself.

Tara said...

I haven't been to the movies by myself before, but I can totally see what you mean. I should seriously try it sometime- Justin and I could take turns instead of paying for a babysitter!!

Jenna said...

I used to go by my myself, I thought it was so relaxing! And I loved to pick the flick and not argue about it.

Shan said...

@Jo--going to dinner by myself without a book I think is the next thing to conquer! If I'm alone, I get take-out. :)

@Nikki--Totally remember! I think we saw the first 2 as roommates, and I'm pretty sure I saw the third with Kel, while I was in Maryland. I had to go on principle.

@Windy and Tara--totally try it!

@Jenna--It is super relaxing!

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