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Valentine’s Day is a time for love. And what better way to show your partner how much you love them than by watching one of these romantic movies? Here are some of our favorite Valentine’s Day films:
Love, Simon
Love, Simon is a 2018 American romantic comedy film. It was directed by Greg Berlanti and stars Nick Robinson, Jennifer Garner, Josh Duhamel and Katherine Langford.
The film tells the story of Simon (Robinson), who is gay and in high school when he randomly meets someone named “Blue” through Twitter. And then he has to deal with problems come from his real sexuality.
Crazy Rich Asians
- Crazy Rich Asians is an American romantic comedy film based on the novel of the same name by Kevin Kwan. The film stars Constance Wu, Henry Golding, Gemma Chan, Lisa Lu, Awkwafina, Ken Jeong, and Michelle Yeoh.
- In this adaptation of Kwan’s book (which became a worldwide bestseller), Rachel Chu (Constance Wu) arrives at her boyfriend Nick Young’s home in Singapore wedding of Nick’s best friend Colin Khoo. when she meets Nick’s mother Eleanor (Michelle Yeoh), has made it clear his mysterious new girlfriend was unwelcome in her home. Rachel makes effort to prove her love for Nick to Eleanor, and eventually, they are acknowledged by Eleanor and could be together.
To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before
To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before is a romantic drama movie set in the 1990s, which stars Lana Condor and Noah Centineo. The film is based on Jenny Han’s book series of the same name.
The plot follows Lara Jean Song Covey (Condor) as she tries to navigate her high school life with her older brother Josh and younger sister Kitty. In addition to being a love letters writer for all boys she has loved before, Lara Jean also deals with issues like finding herself attractive after losing weight from gaining too much confidence over time or dealing with family members who don’t support their relationship choices while they were growing up together
Bridget Jones’s Diary
- Bridget Jones’s Diary is a 2001 romantic comedy film based on the 1996 novel of the same name by Helen Fielding. The film was directed by Sharon Maguire and written by Richard Curtis, Andrew Davies and Helen Fielding.
- The story follows Bridget Jones (Renée Zellweger) a 32-year-old British single woman, who writes a diary that focuses on the things she wishes to happen in her life. However, her life changes when two men vie for her affection, portrayed by Colin Firth and Hugh Grant.
The Notebook
The Notebook is a 2004 American romantic drama film directed by Nick Cassavetes and based on the novel of the same name by Nicholas Sparks. The film stars Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams as a young couple who fall in love during the early 1940s.
The Notebook begins with a man in a nursing home, reading a story to a woman. The story is about two young lovers, Allie Hamilton and Noah Calhoun, who meet one day at a carnival. Although the two are falling in love, Allie’s parents forbid the relationship and move Allie away. After waiting for any sign (such as letters) from Noah for years, Allie meets Lon and becomes engaged. However, Allie still has feelings for Noah. Despite her commitment to Lon, Allie decides to visit Noah to see how he’s doing after seeing his picture in the newspaper in front of a house he said he was going to restore (and did). It soon becomes apparent that they have feelings for each other. Allie now has to choose between Lon, the man she had already decided to marry, or Noah, the man who she subconsciously wants. Allie picks Noah, her one true love, and dumps Lon. Noah and Allie end up having a happy life and die together peacefully in the nursing home, side by side.
50 First Dates
If you’re looking for a fun and quirky romantic comedy, 50 First Dates is an excellent choice. It stars Adam Sandler as Henry Roth who falls in love with Lucy (Drew Barrymore), an attractive woman with short-term memory loss who just remembers every happened before her accident and can’t remember things after that. Henry has to make her fall in love with him again and again as well as convince Lucy’s father and brother about his love for her. This movie will make you laugh at the ways he tries to hit on Lucy and also feel sweet about their love
P.S. I Love You
P.S. I Love You is a romantic comedy starring Hilary Swank and Gerard Butler, who played Holly and Gerry – a married couple who live on the Lower East Side of Manhattan. After the death of her husband, Holly regrets every argument they ever had and realizes how much he meant to her. But on her 30th birthday, she starts to receive Gerry’s letters and messages that encourage her to forget him and move on with her life. The film was released in 2007 and has become a cult classic among fans of romantic comedies who appreciate the sweet moments between Garry and Holly as well as its heartwarming message about how love never dies.
Pride & Prejudice
This is a classic that everyone should watch at least once. It has a happy ending, but it’s also an incredibly romantic drama and comedy. The main character Elizabeth Bennet is an independent woman who doesn’t let anyone get in her way or tell her what to do.
The movie stars Keira Knightley as Elizabeth, with Matthew Macfadyen as Mr. Darcy; they are both excellent actors who give great performances in this film!
Before Sunrise
Before Sunrise is a 1995 drama film directed by Richard Linklater and starring Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy. The movie is about two strangers who meet on a train in Vienna, Austria and spend the night wandering around the city.
The romance between Jesse (Hawke) and Celine (Delpy) unfolds over several days as they explore Vienna before heading back home to find out where their lives will lead them in the future. The film explores themes of love, friendship, artistry and identity through its visual style which features long takes of ordinary life scenes interspersed with intimate conversations between Jesse and Celine as they get to know one another better each day they spend together.
A Walk to Remember (2002)
A Walk to Remember (2002) – This movie depicts two teenagers who fall in love at first sight but must overcome obstacles before being able to get married. The characters’ love story is filled with ups and downs as well as heartwarming moments that will make you smile throughout the entire movie.
Love Actually (2003)
Love Actually (2003) – This film is based on the 2003 novel by Richard Curtis about many different couples experiencing their own personal romances during Christmas time in London England. It follows each couple through their own trials and tribulations while trying to find true love in this romantic comedy-drama film that is sure to have you laughing out loud at times!
Conclusion
We hope that you found the perfect Valentine’s Day movie for your loved one. Whether it’s a modern-day romance or an old-school tearjerker, there are plenty of romantic movies to watch together on this most romantic day. We’re looking forward to spending some quality time with our partners and watching them have fun!
