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Press play on these films that unravel love in all its passion, chaos, and heartbreak—perfect for a Valentine’s Day special watchlist
Looking for the perfect film to cozy up to this Valentine’s Day? Lionsgate Play goes beyond the usual rom-coms, offering stories that explore love in all its complexity. Whether you’re in the mood for a sweeping romance that spans decades or a sizzling summer fling, there’s something for every kind of romantic—even those who like their love stories with a touch of reality.
Spending Valentine’s Day with your special someone? Having a Galentine’s night? Or just treating yourself with pizza, chocolates, and a cozy blanket? No matter your vibe, here’s a specially curated list of movies to make your heart skip a beat.
Dirty Dancing (1987)
Assuming she’d spend another mundane summer vacation with her family in the Catskills, 17- year-old Frances “Baby” Houseman (Jennifer Grey) instead finds herself swept into the world of dance and a passionate romance with the resort’s charismatic instructor, Johnny Castle (Patrick Swayze). Despite social barriers and her family’s disapproval, Baby embraces the experience, eventually discovering her own sensuality and learning to stand up for what she believes in.
Love in the Time of Cholera (2007)
Is there a more heartrending tale than Florentino (Javier Bardem) and Fermina’s (Giovanna Mezzogiorno) in Love in the Time of Cholera? Their youthful love is tragically derailed by Fermina’s father, who rejects Florentino in favor of the prominent Dr. Juvenal Urbino (Benjamin Bratt). Devastated, Florentino dedicates his life to proving his worth, patiently waiting decades for his chance to be with Fermina. Based on the 1985 novel of the same name by Gabriel García Márquez, Love in the Time of Cholera explores the enduring power of true love in the face of life’s challenges and changes.
Laws of Attraction (2004)
High-powered divorce lawyers and rivals Daniel Rafferty (Pierce Brosnan) and Audrey Woods (Julianne Moore) have seen enough marriages implode to know better than to fall in love. Yet, despite their opposing personalities and courtroom battles, undeniable attraction sparks between them. After a drunken night at an Irish festival culminates in a wedding and leaves them unexpectedly married, they’re forced to juggle the complexities of their newfound relationship while working on a high-profile celebrity divorce case. Daniel and Audrey discover that their opposing approaches to law, and life, might just be the perfect balance.
Silver Linings Playbook (2012)
Jennifer Lawrence and Bradley Cooper deliver captivating performances as an unlikely duo in this quirky romantic dramedy about two individuals struggling to find their footing. Fresh out of a psychiatric hospital after a violent outburst, Pat Solitano (Cooper) is determined to win back his ex-wife, embarking on a journey of self-discovery and healing. He crosses paths with Tiffany Maxwell (Lawrence), a young widow with her own emotional baggage to sort through. Through dance, an unlikely friendship, and a shared sense of life’s absurdities, they learn to navigate their imperfections and find happiness in the most unexpected places.
Blue Valentine (2010)
Not in the mood for a happy love story? Told in two linear narratives, Blue Valentine intercuts between Dean (Ryan Gosling) and Cindy’s (Michelle Williams) passionate beginnings to the stark reality of their present and the near-dissolution of their marriage. As the struggling couple tries to rekindle their relationship with a romantic getaway, their issues rise to the surface. This critically acclaimed film offers a heartbreakingly realistic portrayal of how love and intimacy can evolve – and sometimes disintegrate – over time. Williams’s powerful performance earned her both Academy Award and Golden Globe nominations for Best Actress, while Gosling received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actor.
Ready for all the feels? Explore Lionsgate Play’s library of films to set you in the mood for Valentine’s Day!
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