I've done this plenty of times. I don't really understand why it's awkward for people. I watched all the original LOTR films twice when they were out at the cinema. Once with then girlfriends and once on my own. There have been countless others I've watched on my tod too.

I don't see the cinema as a particularly social event. Anyone who suggests this as a first date venue is a bit strange, I feel.

Now people eating out at restaurants on their own is a bit different. I find that a little weird.