Well, you could save $8 on the movie by not buying popcorn/drinks, making the movie around ~$6-7 an hour, depending on where you go. (if you really need snacks, your girlfriend/wife's purse is perfect for that :) )
Not everyone can do it, but matinées are also great— you can see a movie for ~$5-6.
Not everyone can do it, but matinées are also great— you can see a movie for ~$5-6.