by Sherif Awad
This Valentine’s Day, why not take a night in and watch an amazing romantic movie with your significant other? There are so many great options out there, it can be hard to choose. To help make your Valentine’s Day movie night easier, we’ve put together a list of our top 10 romantic movies to watch this year. From classic rom-coms to modern day love stories, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. So grab some snacks, cuddle up and get ready to enjoy one of these amazing romantic movies this Valentine’s Day.
What Makes a Romantic Movie?
There are many different genres of movies, but when we think of what makes a romantic movie, there are several key elements that we should see. Romance is a type of fiction that focuses on the emotional relationship between two people, often exploring the interior lives of the characters, as well as their feelings and desires. Romantic movies can be found in a wide range of genres, including the drama, melodrama, comedy, adventure, fantasy, mystery, and science fiction genres. When we think of a romantic movie, we want to see two characters fall in love, with plenty of scenes showing their relationship. We want to see plenty of passion, with the two characters showing how they feel, even when they’re not saying anything. There should be real chemistry between the two actors, making us feel the spark between them. And, of course, there should be a happy ending, with the two characters living happily ever after.
Top Romantic Movies to Watch This Valentine’s Day
a. The Notebook
This classic romance stars Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams as a couple who fall in love as teenagers, but whose relationship is torn apart by World War II. During the war, Noah, played by Gosling, is captured and put in a POW camp, where he meets Allie, played by Rachel McAdams. The two fall in love, and when Allie has to leave, they promise to write each other every day, with the letters being their only connection. When Allie and Noah finally reunite after the war, they have both changed and the spark has gone out of their relationship, with Allie and Noah’s relationship ending in heartbreak. This movie is a great, classic romance to watch this Valentine’s Day, and it is especially good if you’re looking for a romance with a tragic ending, as this movie’s ending is incredibly sad.
b. Love Actually
If you’re looking for a modern romantic movie, Love Actually is the perfect choice. This movie has an ensemble cast, with lots of different characters each having their own storyline. There are 10 different storylines running through the movie, with each one showing a different type of love. There’s young, undying love, an old marriage on the rocks, a couple who have been together for a long time, and lots of different types of love. There’s also a really cute storyline where a boy writes the Prime Minister asking how he can get his crush to notice him, and the PM responds by saying that he must write her a love letter. The letters that the PM writes show how different people feel love differently, and it’s genuinely one of the cutest things we’ve ever seen. If you’re looking for a romantic movie that has something for everyone to enjoy, Love Actually is definitely the movie to watch this Valentine’s Day.
c. La La Land
This modern movie is a real celebration of love and the arts, and it’s guaranteed to have you smiling from start to finish. It’s the story of Sebastian and Mia, two aspiring artists who fall in love in Los Angeles. Both having dreams of becoming famous singers, they face a tough decision when one of their auditions comes through and they have to decide whether to follow their dreams or stay together. This is a really beautiful movie, and it has a real old-school romance to it. It’s very reminiscent of old-school musicals, and it really makes you feel like you’re watching a classic film. The soundtrack is amazing, and the dances and singing are really wonderful, making this a great choice for this Valentine’s Day.
d. When Harry Met Sally
If you’re looking for a classic romantic movie, When Harry Met Sally is a great choice. This movie is a well-known rom-com that is definitely worth watching again. It stars Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal in the lead roles, with the two playing best friends who decide to try dating. The two decide to start at the top of the Empire State Building, meeting at the top to watch the sunset every day. They meet for a year, with them going up to the top once a week, and are still dating when the movie ends. This is a great example of a classic romantic movie, with lots of great scenes throughout. If you’re looking for a modern movie, when Harry Met Sally is the perfect choice.
e. 10 Things I Hate About You
If you’re looking for a romantic comedy to watch this Valentine’s Day, 10 Things I Hate About You is a great choice. This modern spin on The Taming of the Shrew is a really funny movie, with a ton of great lines, and a really cute romance at the heart of it. It’s a modern-day romance between Bianca, who’s the daughter of the school’s headmaster, and Patrick, a guy who isn’t the most popular kid in school. The two fall in love, but they’re kept apart by Bianca’s overprotective father, and they come up with different schemes to get them together. This movie is really funny, super romantic and a perfect choice for Valentine’s Day.
f. La La Land
This modern day love story is an absolute must-watch on Valentine’s Day. It’s a beautiful celebration of love and the arts, and it’s guaranteed to have you smiling from start to finish. The story is about Sebastian and Mia, two aspiring artists who fall in love in Los Angeles. Both having dreams of becoming famous singers, they face a tough decision when one of their auditions comes through and they have to decide whether to follow their dreams or stay together. This is a really beautiful movie, and it has a real old-school romance to it. It’s very reminiscent of old-school musicals, and it really makes you feel like you’re watching a classic film. The soundtrack is amazing, and the dances are really wonderful, making this a great choice for Valentine’s Day. g. When Harry Met Sally If you’re looking for a classic romantic movie, When Harry Met Sally is a great choice. This movie is a well-known rom-com that is definitely worth watching again. It stars Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal in the lead roles, with the two playing best friends who decide to try dating. The two decide to start at the top of the Empire State Building, meeting at the top to watch the sunset every day. They meet for a year, with them going up to the top once a week, and are still dating when the movie ends. This is a great example of a classic romantic movie, with lots of great scenes throughout. If you’re looking for a modern movie, when Harry Met Sally is the perfect choice. h. 10 Things I Hate About You If you’re looking for a romantic comedy to watch this Valentine’s Day, 10 Things I Hate About You is a great choice. This modern spin on The Taming of the Shrew is a really funny movie, with a ton of great lines, and a really cute romance at the heart of it. It’s a modern-day romance between Bianca, who’s the daughter of the school’s headmaster, and Patrick, a guy who isn’t the most popular kid in school. The two fall in love, but they’re kept apart by Bianca’s overprotective father, and they come up with different schemes to get them together. This movie is really funny, super romantic, and a perfect choice for Valentine’s Day.
i. Pretty Woman
Another classic romantic movie is Pretty Woman. This is the story of a businessman who travels to Los Angeles to close a big deal, but he ends up getting caught up in a world of sex workers. One of the sex workers he meets is Vivian, who is actually looking for someone to help her get out of the business. The two end up getting close and falling in love, but they’re faced with a problem when the businessman has to go back home. This is a really classic romantic movie, with there being no real romance in the modern day. If you’re looking for a classic romantic movie, Pretty Woman is a good choice. j. The Holiday Another modern romantic movie
