
Relationship Drama movies
A bond under stress (partners, friends, exes), driven by trust, betrayal, negotiation, and emotional cost.

41. The Beast
Science Fiction Drama Romance Bio-Genetic Sci-Fi Relationship Drama2024•2h 26min
France, Canada
Director: Bertrand Bonello
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In the near future where emotions have become a threat, Gabrielle finally decides to purify her DNA in a machine that will immerse her in her past lives and rid her of any strong feelings. She then meets Louis and feels a powerful connection, as if she had known him forever.
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42. The Theory of Everything
Drama Romance Relationship Drama Passionate Romance2014•2h 3min
United Kingdom, United States
Director: James Marsh
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A biographical drama about the life of renowned scientist Stephen Hawking, who was diagnosed at a young age with a serious illness that led to paralysis. The film focuses on his relationship with his first wife, Jane, who stood by his side and supported him through the hardest years of his life.
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43. Passages
Romance Drama Bittersweet Romance Relationship Drama2023•1h 32min
France
Director: Ira Sachs
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Tomas and Martin are a gay couple living in Paris whose marriage is thrown into crisis when Tomas impulsively begins a passionate affair with young schoolteacher Agathe. But when Martin begins an affair of his own, Tomas must confront life decisions he may be unprepared—or unwilling—to deal with.
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44. Dogman
Crime Drama Thriller Revenge Thriller Organized Crime2018•1h 43min
Italy, France
Director: Matteo Garrone
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Marcello, a small and gentle dog groomer, finds himself involved in a dangerous relationship of subjugation with Simone, a former violent boxer who terrorizes the entire neighborhood. In an effort to reaffirm his dignity, Marcello will submit to an unexpected act of vengeance.
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46. The Best Offer
Drama Romance Crime Relationship Drama Passionate Romance2013•2h 11min
Italy
Director: Giuseppe Tornatore
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A strict and solitary auctioneer and antiques expert is contacted by a young woman who asks him to appraise her family’s antique collection, yet only ever speaks to him over the phone. As he continues his evaluation, he learns that she suffers from a rare condition that prevents her from being around strangers. Before long, the mystery surrounding her draws him in more than any antique ever could.
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47. Purple Hearts
Romance Drama Passionate Romance Relationship Drama2022•2h 2min
United Kingdom, United States
Director: Elizabeth Allen Rosenbaum
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Facing money troubles, Cassie and Luke enter into a sham marriage in hopes of securing military benefits and health insurance. While pretending to be a real couple in front of others, they unexpectedly start falling for each other.
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48. The Shape of Water
Drama Fantasy Romance Sword & Sorcery Dark Romance2017•2h 3min
United States
Director: Guillermo del Toro
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An other-worldly story, set against the backdrop of Cold War era America circa 1962, where a mute janitor working at a lab falls in love with an amphibious man being held captive there and devises a plan to help him escape.
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49. Supernova
Romance Drama Bittersweet Romance Relationship Drama2020•1h 34min
United Kingdom
Director: Harry Macqueen
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Sam and Tusker, partners of 20 years, are traveling across England in their old RV visiting friends, family and places from their past. Since Tusker was diagnosed with early-onset dementia two years ago, their time together is the most important thing they have. As the trip progresses, however, their ideas for the future clash, secrets come out, and their love for each other is tested as never before. Ultimately, they must confront the question of what it means to love one another in the face of Tusker’s illness.
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50. Lady Chatterley's Lover
Drama Romance Passionate Romance Relationship Drama2022•2h 6min
United Kingdom, United States
Director: Laure de Clermont-Tonnerre
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Lady Chatterley, an aristocrat, lives in an unhappy marriage with her husband, who was left paralyzed after the war. Over time, she falls in love with the gamekeeper working on their estate, and a passionate affair begins between them, putting her familiar life and the rigid norms of society at risk.
