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The most romantic movies (from the last 82 years!) to fall in love with on Valentine’s Day

During the month of love, you can feel romance blooming in every corner and especially on your streaming platforms.

Although romantic movies are good any time of the year, there’s no better season to remember great passions, pure adoration, sweet couples and big gestures of love on the screen.

It’s not reality, but don’t let that stop you from putting yourself in your best romantic mood, where you know that love can conquer anything.

Ghost (1990)

In Ghost, Sam Wheat (Patrick Swayze) and Molly Jensen (Demi Moore) experience a romance that goes beyond death, exploring the theme of eternal love.

Not only is it one of the most romantic films, it also has one of the most iconic scenes in cinema: Sam and Molly sharing a sensual moment while creating a piece with clay.

The intensity of the scene is enhanced by The Righteous Brothers’ heartbreakingly romantic song, Unchained Melody.

Past lives (2023)

Love also means learning to let go (and to love in the present, past and future). This touching film, which has gained a lot of attention this awards season, has a precise, beautiful, sad and heart-wrenching script.

Three timelines occur between the U.S. and Asia, with the main Korean concept about the karmic union of a couple who were lovers in past lives.

The Princess Bride (1987)

If you want tender love with adventure, fantasy and comedy The Princess Bride is the movie for you.

Buttercup (Robin Wright) and Westley (Cary Elwes) live a modern fairy tale love in the fictional Kingdom of Florin, which includes a criminal mastermind, a swashbuckling swordsman and a gentle giant.

In addition to romance, it has one of the most memorable battle scenes in cinema, when the revenge-seeking swordsman Iñigo Montoya (Mandy Patinkin) says the iconic quote: “Hello. My name is Iñigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die!”

Pride & Prejudice (2005)

This is definitely one of those movies that will never let you down if you want to get in your best romantic mood, and how could it when it’s based on Jane Austen’s novel of the same name?

Although the love story is slow-baked, you have those heart-stopping moments that make you believe in true love, like the detail of Mr. Darcy’s (Matthew Macfadyen) fist after holding Elizabeth Bennet’s (Keira Knightley) hand for a few seconds.

Dirty Dancing (1987)

Nobody puts Baby (Jennifer Grey) in a corner and no one teaches her to dance better than Johnny Castle (Patrick Swayze).

Dirty Dancing brings together the passion of first love with the sensuality of dance, creating an explosive bombshell of pure romance and sexiness.

The music and dance moves contribute to its status as an unforgettable classic — with (I’ve Had) The Time of My Life as the anthem of this forbidden love that has inspired generations.

The Before Trilogy (1995, 2004, 2013)

The Before Trilogy is one of Hollywood’s most realistic love stories. It follows Jesse (Ethan Hawke) and Celine (Julie Delpy) falling in love, finding each other again and facing the conflicts of a relationship. It has an introspective approach with deep dialogue and a lot of authenticity.

This trilogy will make you think about what is meant to be, as well as how a couple can maintain a true connection over the years. “Before Sunrise,” “Before Sunset” and “Before Midnight” have been critically acclaimed and invite reflection on life and love.

Brokeback Mountain (2005)

Brokeback Mountain‘s storyline centeres on the secret and complicated love affair between two cowboys and attracted worldwide attention in 2005 when Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal delivered outstanding performances.

This Oscar-winning film reflects the social pressure and repression of true identity that leads to a breakdown. It is a moving and honest portrayal that helped open a dialogue and broaden the visibility of LGBT rights.

Casablanca (1942)

“We’ll always have Paris” is one of the most representative phrases in cinema, with a meaning about true love and sacrifice in times of war.

Casablanca is considered a masterpiece, with a mix of genres including drama, romance and film noir.

The intriguing characters, intelligent dialogue and the beauty of the era make everyone fall in love with Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman.

Amélie (2001)

Amélie is the kind of story that invites you to believe in magic. This modern classic has a distinctive visual style, reminiscent of a fairy tale and the charm, optimistic vision and joy over the little things in life make many hearts beat in unison.

Amélie is looking for happiness and there’s nowhere better than the romantic atmosphere of Paris to find it.

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