The moment my eyelids flew open this morning due to the weird buzzing of the alarm clock, I immediately thought of school. Then, my sister poked her head from the divider and said, “Ate, Happy Valentine’s!” and I was like ‘really?’.
February 14 – the most awaited and most ‘romantic’ day of the year, well, mostly for people whose hearts are filled with the ‘L’ word. Who cares about fact that people don’t really know who Saint Valentine are (because there are actually three, if you haven’t read my previous post)? What’s important is the idea that once in a while we make others feel more special as they already are.
What’s with that long face? Alone on the Hearts’ Day? No big deal! For us single but not (or probably) looking people, a romantic movie marathon with your gal pals is a sure way to feel the giggles of the season. Our time is yet to come so for the meantime, let’s just celebrate an alternate occasion – Singles Awareness Day!
Of course, I have prepared my Top 10 Flicks to warm your hearts. Err, apparently, this list (most probably) appeals to the girls than the guys but who knows, right? Here goes…
10.) Mr. and Mrs. Smith (Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie) – 2 secret agents, one love affair. Not really your typical romance but this movie will bring you to the edge of your seats while making you fight the urge to coo “awwww, how sweet”. Recommended to those who find love hopeless.
9.) Pride and Prejudice (Kiera Knightley and Matthew Mcfayden) – Turn back the hands of time and witness the Old English society’s view on love as the wealthy and frank Mr. Darcy falls prey to the charms and wit of simple Elizabeth Bennet. Personally, this is my all-time favorite romantic film but since we live in the modern days and not everyone appreciates intellectual love affairs (as much as I do), Pride and Prejudice have to settle for the ninth place. Of course, this movie was based on the novel by Jane Austen which is a real must-read!
8.) Just Like Heaven (Reese Witherspoon and Mark Ruffalo) – When David rents his new apartment, the last thing he needs is company. Then Elizabeth shows up, insisting that the apartment is hers until she disappears right before his eyes. He’s convinced that she’s a ghost. She’s convinced she’s alive. As they search for Elizabeth’s past, their relationship changes from resentment to romance. This love-hate flick will certainly tickle the cockles of your heart whether you like it or not.
7.) A Cinderella Story (Chad Michael Murray and Hilary Duff) – Just like the ageless fairytale, Sam Montgomery’s life is messed up by her Botox-treated stepmom and her two poser stepsisters. So when Austin, the typical high school hunk, and diner girl Sam had a connection through a Princeton chatroom, a meeting at the homecoming dance is quite the night to remember. How cheesy the title may seem, A Cinderella Story is the best chick flick ever since the fame of Hilary Duff, Lindsay Lohan and Paris Hilton.
6.) Moulin Rouge (Ewan McGregor and Nicole Kidman) – “The greatest thing you’ll ever learn is to love and be loved in return.” In the time of the rise of the Bohemian Culture in France, Christian, an aspiring English writer, was captivated by the dazzling Satine, the star of the famous Moulin Rouge. Due to mistaken identities, Christian and Satine’s tangled unexpectedly more than just an act on a theater stage into love that endures death. Moulin Rouge will surely make your heart cry due to the mix of comedy, music and of course, drama.
February 14 – the most awaited and most ‘romantic’ day of the year, well, mostly for people whose hearts are filled with the ‘L’ word. Who cares about fact that people don’t really know who Saint Valentine are (because there are actually three, if you haven’t read my previous post)? What’s important is the idea that once in a while we make others feel more special as they already are.
What’s with that long face? Alone on the Hearts’ Day? No big deal! For us single but not (or probably) looking people, a romantic movie marathon with your gal pals is a sure way to feel the giggles of the season. Our time is yet to come so for the meantime, let’s just celebrate an alternate occasion – Singles Awareness Day!
Of course, I have prepared my Top 10 Flicks to warm your hearts. Err, apparently, this list (most probably) appeals to the girls than the guys but who knows, right? Here goes…
10.) Mr. and Mrs. Smith (Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie) – 2 secret agents, one love affair. Not really your typical romance but this movie will bring you to the edge of your seats while making you fight the urge to coo “awwww, how sweet”. Recommended to those who find love hopeless.9.) Pride and Prejudice (Kiera Knightley and Matthew Mcfayden) – Turn back the hands of time and witness the Old English society’s view on love as the wealthy and frank Mr. Darcy falls prey to the charms and wit of simple Elizabeth Bennet. Personally, this is my all-time favorite romantic film but since we live in the modern days and not everyone appreciates intellectual love affairs (as much as I do), Pride and Prejudice have to settle for the ninth place. Of course, this movie was based on the novel by Jane Austen which is a real must-read!
8.) Just Like Heaven (Reese Witherspoon and Mark Ruffalo) – When David rents his new apartment, the last thing he needs is company. Then Elizabeth shows up, insisting that the apartment is hers until she disappears right before his eyes. He’s convinced that she’s a ghost. She’s convinced she’s alive. As they search for Elizabeth’s past, their relationship changes from resentment to romance. This love-hate flick will certainly tickle the cockles of your heart whether you like it or not.
7.) A Cinderella Story (Chad Michael Murray and Hilary Duff) – Just like the ageless fairytale, Sam Montgomery’s life is messed up by her Botox-treated stepmom and her two poser stepsisters. So when Austin, the typical high school hunk, and diner girl Sam had a connection through a Princeton chatroom, a meeting at the homecoming dance is quite the night to remember. How cheesy the title may seem, A Cinderella Story is the best chick flick ever since the fame of Hilary Duff, Lindsay Lohan and Paris Hilton.
6.) Moulin Rouge (Ewan McGregor and Nicole Kidman) – “The greatest thing you’ll ever learn is to love and be loved in return.” In the time of the rise of the Bohemian Culture in France, Christian, an aspiring English writer, was captivated by the dazzling Satine, the star of the famous Moulin Rouge. Due to mistaken identities, Christian and Satine’s tangled unexpectedly more than just an act on a theater stage into love that endures death. Moulin Rouge will surely make your heart cry due to the mix of comedy, music and of course, drama.
5.) My Fair Lady (Audrey Hepburn and Rex Harrison) -- My Fair Lady follows the transformation of Eliza Doolittle into a lady who can fool royalty with her elegance and grace. It all began as a bet when Professor Higgins states he can make any woman a lady simply by refining her speech and manners. He succeeds yet unbeknownst to him, he has also fallen in love with her. Like most men though, it takes losing her for him to finally figure this out. Definitely a classic, My Fair Lady will surely make you laugh and fall in love all over again.
4.) Closer (Natalie Portman, Julia Roberts, Jude Law, Clive Owen) – Honesty is the foundation of any relationship. Closer is the story of four individuals trying to find themselves in other people wherein trust is paid at a higher price. I really appreciated this film for its realism and reflection beyond the lies and confusion within a relationship. The idea of the film is very heavy but still very symbolic and significant. Closer exudes the importance of finding one’s self in order to love someone else.
3.) Titanic (Kate Winslet and Leonardo Di Caprio) – The Best Romantic movie of this generation, Titanic explores the love story beyond the tragedy of the historical vessel. Jack, a carefree drifter, boards the Titanic on its first voyage to find luck in the New World. On that ship, he crosses paths with the fair Rose who is on her way to marriage to a rich heir. Despite their social differences, the two lovers exuded that in love, nothing else comes close. A must see film.
2.) Love, Actually (Hugh Grant, Kiera Knightley, etc.) – Although set with a Christmassy atmosphere, Love, Actually is a great movie on the fact that there are so many ways that we can find love. Mostly unexpected but will surely be worth the wait. 8 different love stories all tangled in one movie, sprinkled with comedy and light drama, what more can you ask for?
1.) A Walk to Remember (Mandy Moore and Shane West) – From the book of the same title by Nicholas Sparks, A Walk to Remember captured the hearts of the young and old for its simple yet timeless portrayal of love as a life-changing catalyst that can survive the challenges of society and even the end of life. Perfect for everyone, single or taken. This film made me cry big time.
So there you have it guys. I hope you find this useful and fun the way I had when I watched these flicks. No violent reactions as these are just suggestions from yours truly. Well, let’s all have fun this season of love!
Sweetness,
Allyne
P.S. Be sure to check my next post! It’s all about prom! ;)
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