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Romance movies

Stories of passion, heartbreak, and intimacy that explore the beautiful and complicated nature of love.

Subgenres include: Romantic Comedy, Passionate Romance, Dark Romance.

Gloria Bell

871. Gloria Bell

Drama Romance Relationship Drama Bittersweet Romance
6.3

20191h 42min

Chile, United States

Director: Sebastián Lelio

Gloria is a free-spirited divorcée who spends her days at a straight-laced office job and her nights on the dance floor, joyfully letting loose at clubs around Los Angeles. After meeting Arnold on a night out, she finds herself thrust into an unexpected new romance, filled with both the joys of budding love and the complications of dating, identity, and family.

Themes

Social performance pressure, Freedom vs obligation, Identity through reinvention, Self-expression through nightlife, Romantic pursuit vs stability, Emotional volatility

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The Aftermath

872. The Aftermath

War Drama Romance World War II Historical Drama
6.4

20191h 48min

United States, United Kingdom

Director: James Kent

In the aftermath of World War II, a British colonel and his wife are assigned to live in Hamburg during the post-war reconstruction, but tensions arise with the German widower who lives with them.

Themes

Grief and memory, Forbidden romance, Postwar occupation tensions, Suspicion and distrust, Precarious domestic arrangements, Loyalty conflicts

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Who You Think I Am

873. Who You Think I Am

Drama Romance Relationship Drama Passionate Romance
6.8

20191h 41min

Belgium, France

Director: Safy Nebbou

Claire, a 50-year-old divorced teacher, creates a fake Facebook profile of a 24-year-old woman to catfish Alex, the roommate of her former lover, Ludo.

Themes

Manipulation and control, Boundary between fantasy and reality, Loneliness and longing, Online deception, Cyber infidelity, Therapy and self perception

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Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?: Arrow of the Orion

874. Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?: Arrow of the Orion

Animation Action Adventure Comedy Fantasy
6.8

20191h 22min

Director: Katsushi Sakurabi

The goddess Artemis has sworn to destroy a powerful monster lurking in a distant, ancient city, and she needs Bell’s help to do it. But there is more to Artemis’ quest than meets the eye, and victory will not come easily for Bell and all his friends!


Isn't It Romantic

875. Isn't It Romantic

Comedy Fantasy Romance Romantic Comedy Parody
5.9

20191h 28min

Canada, United States

Director: Todd Strauss-Schulson

Architect Natalie can’t stand sugary romantic comedies, but after an accident she wakes up in a world where everything runs by rom-com rules. Now she has to figure out what’s going on and find a way out.

Themes

"movie: isn't it romantic. genres: comedy, Fantasy, Romance, Comedy, Fantasy, Romance main themes: new york city, Satire, Romcom, New york city, Satire, Romcom full keywords list: new york city, Satire, Romcom, Parody, Romance, Spoof, Low self esteem, Alternative present, Alternative world, Censored profanity. concept analysis: the film explores the journey of self-acceptance and the importance of loving oneself before seeking love from others. it critiques the unrealistic tropes of romantic comedies while ultimately embracing their charm and transformative power."

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What Men Want

876. What Men Want

Comedy Romance Romantic Comedy High-Concept Comedy
5.4

20191h 57min

United States

Director: Adam Shankman

Magically able to hear what men are thinking, a sports agent uses her newfound ability to turn the tables on her overbearing male colleagues.

Themes

"movie: what men want. genres: comedy, Romance, Comedy, Romance main themes: telepathy, Bartender, Partnership, Telepathy, Bartender, Partnership full keywords list: telepathy, Bartender, Partnership, Psychic, Widower, Single father, Boxing trainer, National basketball association (nba), Personal assistant, Basketball player, Retelling, Boys club, Atlanta, Georgia, Father daughter relationship, Best friends, Woman in a man's world, Best friend's wedding, Passed over for promotion. concept analysis: the film explores themes of gender dynamics and empowerment in a male-dominated industry, Highlighting the challenges women face in asserting their worth. it also delves into the complexities of personal relationships and the importance of authenticity over manipulation."

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Love at Second Sight

877. Love at Second Sight

Comedy Romance Fantasy Romantic Comedy Time-Rule Fantasy
6.9

20191h 57min

Belgium, France

Director: Hugo Gélin

A man tries to make his wife fall in love with him again, after waking up in an alternate reality where she never knew him.

Themes

Deception in romance, Memory and longing, Husband wife relationship dynamics, Alternate reality consequences, Creative ambition vs love, Identity and role negotiation

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White Snake

878. White Snake

Romance Animation Fantasy
7.0

20191h 39min

Director: Amp Wong

One day a young woman named Blanca is saved by Xuan, a snake catcher from a nearby village. As they set off an a journey to discover her real identity, the pair develop feelings for each other.


Nisekoi: False Love

879. Nisekoi: False Love

Romance Comedy
6.0

20181h 57min

Director: Hayato Kawai

Raku Ichijo (Kento Nakajima) is an only son and a high school student. His father is the leader of yakuza group Shuei-gumi. Raku Ichijo doesn't like to fight and he studies hard. His dream is to become a public official. One day, he passes the entrance gate at his high school and is kicked inadvertently by Chitoge Kirisaki (Ayami Nakajo). She is a new transfer student at the school. Chitoge Kirisaki is the only daughter of a rival gang leader. To keep the peace between the rival gangs led by their fathers, Raku Ichijo and Chitoge Kirisaki decide to act as boyfriend and girlfriend. --asianwiki


If Beale Street Could Talk

880. If Beale Street Could Talk

Romance Drama Bittersweet Romance Legal Drama
7.1

20182h

United States

Director: Barry Jenkins

After her fiance is falsely imprisoned, a pregnant African-American woman sets out to clear his name and prove his innocence.

Themes

False accusation, Housing discrimination, Romantic resilience, Family solidarity, Stigma of illegitimacy, Police bias

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