Oh, hi guys, I usually save money when I go to the cinema by bringing my own nibbles, (like Mangani) and beer. Also, it's the audience's reaction that gives it the extra something re: experience. Especially in thrillers.
Here's an example (though vicarious): One night, long ago, the husband went solo to see Exorcist III. The audience that night was particularly rowdy. Then, on the screen, all of a sudden an angel appeared. The camera traveled from his feet on upward. And, lo and behold, it was Patrick Ewing of the Knicks!! (lol) The audience (silly teenage boys) went wild!! They said, "Hey, it's Patrick! That's my man Patrick!!!" Most cheered some said Boooo! and threw popcorn at the screen. Nobody got hurt, tho'. (Though, I feel sorry for the cleaning crew of the theatre)
On another topic, I'm also an Ali MacGraw fan. Loved her in Goodbye, Columbus and Love Story. I get the feeling that the latter is not your cup of tea, Yukon. Sorry.