As anyone who’s caught a blockbuster on opening weekend knows, moviegoers can be a chatty, loud-chewing, cell-phone-addicted lot. Thankfully, Film Forum attracts a respectful, quiet and often solo-flying audience to its expertly curated showings of classics (frequently presented in new prints) and indies from around the globe. Enjoy an eye-opening flick and a nose bag of fresh popcorn—to be eaten quietly. • 212-727-8110, filmforum.org. $12.50, seniors (Mon–Fri before 5pm) and members $7.
Once you’ve figured out the best ways to make friends, you’ll need to suss out a few things to do alone so that you can indulge in a little me time. We’ve chosen activities and places to relax by yourself, including one of the best spas in 2012 and one of our favorite 50 NYC attractions best experienced by a party of one.
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