February 14th is all about love and romance, so indulging in a Valentine’s Day binge after your romantic date is a perfect way to end the day. But when it comes to movies to watch, the list is infinitely long; however, romantic movies with a dose of laughter always top the list. This article is dedicated to five of the best romantic comedies to watch on Valentine’s Day.
The Apartment (1960)
This is one of those movies that you can’t describe in one sentence- it’s not just a regular romantic comedy. Aside from the romance, the timeless drama is about what it takes to be a reliable person despite being surrounded by corruption.
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It follows the story of a timid guy, C.C. Baxter, played by Jack Lemmon, trying to woo the girl of his dreams, Fran Kubelik, played by Shirley Maclaine, and his funny experiences. The movie won five out of its ten nominations; it was a hit with audiences in the 60s, so is worth a watch now.
Something’s Gotta Give (2003)
When you hear that a movie brought a director into the limelight, you already know it’s a hit. Well, this movie, which was written and directed by Nancy Meyers, started a new trend of romance movies when it was produced.
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It’s about a divorced playwright, Erica Barry, played by Diane Keaton, who thinks she’s done with love, and Harry Sanborn, played by Jack Nicholson, an aging, vulgar man who only dates younger women. When they got stuck in a house in the Hamptons, something’s gotta give, right?
Sense and Sensibility (1995)
You don’t have to be a lover of classic romance to know that Jane Austen is an undeniable authority in the industry. This movie is an adaptation of one of the novelist’s books of the same name and was directed by Ang Lee.
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The movie follows the story of two sisters who couldn’t be more different and their romantic experiences. Starring Emma Thompson and Kate Winslet, the romantic film gives you two stories in one- you just can’t have enough.
Away We Go (2009)
If you’re looking for a movie that’ll give you some kind of insight beyond the sweet romance and comedy, this movie is perfect. This movie is about the next step after finding your lover.
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It follows the story of a couple, Verona, played by Maya Rudolph, and Burt, played by John Krasinski, who find out they are having a child and go cross-country to discover where and how to start their family. The movie features different relatable and hilarious real-life experiences.
His Girl Friday (1940)
This movie is a timeless romantic comedy that still reigns supreme in the entertainment world even over 70 years later. This vintage rom-com is so unique that it has a spot in the National Film Registry.
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It’s about Walter Burns (Cary Grant), who tries to stop an old flame from marrying the wrong man. He kidnapped the groom-to-be’s mother, kept her stuck at work, and even unlawfully arrested the groom-to-be! What could be more dramatic than that?
