Romance is one of my absolute favourite movie genres. it’s all about the chemistry. It lets you connect emotionally with characters who are purely fictional. That’s what makes it feel so human.
Here are my top 5 romance movie recommendations for your weekend:
Serendipity
Serendipity is a romance film about destiny. One evening, after Jonathan Trager(John Cusack) and Sara Thomas (Kate Beckinsale) bump into each other, Sara insists on letting fate decide their future. Years later, both are in other relationships, until fate brings them back together.
I watched this film over the summer after my dad sent me a long list of movie recommendations, and I have to say, this one definitely made my top romance movie list!
Crazy, Stupid, Love
Crazy, Stupid, Love starts with Cal Weaver (Steve Carell), he’s an ordinary guy with a family, a house, and a gorgeous wife. But when he finds out about his wife’s affair and she asks for a divorce, his world turns upside down. Now single in his 40s, Cal meets player Jacob Palmer (Ryan Gosling), who shows him his ways.
This is one of my favourite romance movies for several reasons. Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone’s chemistry is off the charts. If they’re not made for each other in real life, they’re at least made for each other in cinema. They’ve proven it not only in Crazy, Stupid, Love but also in La La Land. Second, the movie concept is like no other, and Ryan Gosling pulls off his role as Jacob so well.
This is the kind of movie you can rewatch a million, or might I say a billion times. So, if you’re looking for off-the-charts chemistry, a good plot, and some laughs, give this one a watch.
Me Before You
After Louisa “Lou” Clark, played by Emilia Clarke, is fired from her job, she sets out to find a new one to support her family. She’s then hired for an exceptionally well-paid caregiver position, taking care of Will Traynor (Sam Claflin), who became paralyzed after a life-altering accident. Every day is a challenge for Will, but Lou does everything she can to change his life for the better.
Finding a really good romance movie can be a challenge, but this one will leave you satisfied. It has a well-deserved 4.7 stars based on 3,832 ratings on Google Reviews. One thing that Emilia Clarke does extremely well is convey emotion through her distinct and expressive facial features.
Again, chemistry is simply phenomenal, and Will’s character development after meeting Lou is what’s truly moving. If you’re looking for movie to let out all those tears, this one’s for you.
She’s the Man
She’s the Man is a classic go-to rom-com, more on the comedy side, I’d say.
When Viola (Amanda Bynes) finds out that her high school cut the girls’ soccer team, she disguises herself as her twin brother, Sebastian (James Kirk), to play for the boys’ team. That’s when she meets Duke (Channing Tatum) and instantly falls in love.
What makes the movie is so great is how effortlessly Amanda Bynes nails the quirky comedic role and brings joy to viewers. Her expressive facial reactions, high energy, and ability to light up every scene make her a natural fit for rom-coms.
How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days
This 2003 rom-com stars Andie Anderson (Kate Hudson) and Ben Berry (Matthew McConaughey). Andie, who writes for a magazine, pitches a story about how to lose a man in 10 days. After the go-ahead from her boss, she searches for the perfect guy for the job and meets Ben, who also makes a bet to make a woman fall for him in 10 days. Until, of course, their plans change.
Did you find any of your favourite romance movies on this list?
