Why do we watch romantic movies? To see, through the characters, a glimpse of the romance that is missing from our own lives? Or perhaps for the warm giddy feeling we experience when we witness a “aww” worthy move- that notorious jump of excitement that promptly inspires fantasies of what that scenario could look like in our own lives. Whatever the reason is, one thing is for sure: snuggling in, to a good romantic movie is as delicious as jollof. And how do we determine the good stuff? For starters, it’ll make you swoon without cringing.
If you have space in your heart for a couple palpitations, the movies on this list will take you to cloud nine and back. We’re talking heart stopping, gut wrenching romance finished nicely with a sprinkle of good loving. From sickness, to health, to wealth (literally) here are 8 movies to watch if you want to see proper romance.
TIME TRAVELER’S WIFE
SYNOPSIS:
Henry DeTamble, a librarian, possesses a unique gene that lets him involuntarily travel through time. His wife, Claire Abshire, finds it difficult to cope with it.
CRAZY RICH ASIANS
SYNOPSIS:
Rachel, a professor, dates a man named Nick and looks forward to meeting his family. However, she is shaken up when she learns that Nick belongs to one of the richest families in the country.
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ME BEFORE YOU
SYNOPSIS:
After becoming unemployed, Louisa Clark is forced to accept one which requires her to take care of Will Traynor, a paralysed man. The two of them soon bond with each other.
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE
SYNOPSIS:
Mrs Bennet insists that her daughters find rich husbands and settle down. When a wealthy bachelor starts living near them, Mrs Bennet’s happiness knows no bounds.
ALL THE BRIGHT PLACES
SYNOPSIS:
Two high-school students named Violet and Theodore facing individual struggles form a powerful bond that helps them find solace and change their lives for the better.
TUNE IN FOR LOVE
SYNOPSIS:
During the 1990s, hardworking Mi Soo and optimistic Hyun Woo meet at a bakery and fall in love while exchanging stories on a radio station, but while their paths keep crossing, the timing never seems to work out.
EVERYTHING EVERYTHING
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Maddy, who suffers from a severe immunodeficiency disorder, is forced to remain indoors. She falls in love with Olly, who lives next door, much to her mother Pauline’s dismay.
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AFTER
SYNOPSIS:
Tessa Young is a dedicated student, dutiful daughter and loyal girlfriend to her high school sweetheart. Entering her first semester of college, Tessa’s guarded world opens up when she meets Hardin Scott, a mysterious and brooding rebel who makes her question all she thought she knew about herself — and what she wants out of life.