I've got to buy film. Once I've finished a roll, I've got to get it developed. Then I have to pick up the finished product. Digital cameras are a far better, more efficient way to capture the moment and are now true rivals to film. That's enough information to get up to an 11x14 print.
Instant gratification is another reason to buy a digital camera.
Within minutes after taking a picture, you can download it to your computer. From there you can retouch it, print it out or try again if you don't like it. Nothing at this point is invested except time. The time to chuck your film camera is now. Check out the 2-megapixel digital camera shootout on Equip and find the right one for you.