There are a few good movies being made in this generation. Saving Private Ryan. Schindler's List. Perhaps Lord of the Rings.
I may average going to the movies once a year these days. I can buy DVDs cheaper than the admission price (with the quality of most movies, you might as well just go to the 2/$11 bin at Wal-Mart), I don't have to put up with cell phones and chatters, and the parking is better at home.
They're out there you just have to search for them. The problem is the good stuff doesn't play outside of the big cities a lot of time.
You should try Netflix, PAR35. I've used their service for three years now and just love it. You can get excellent foreign films, things off of HBO if you're inclined, BBC serials, etc. and they come to you in the mail and pay postage both ways. You order from your computer. (I think Wal-Mart may offer this, too?)
Freepmail me if you want details. No, I don't shill for them; just promoting a company that gives quality service for the dollar; a rarity these days. :)