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"She's rewriting his love story. But can she rewrite her own? Emma Wheeler desperately longs to be a screenwriter. She's spent her life studying, obsessing over, and writing romantic comedies-good ones! That win contests! But she's also been the sole caretaker for her kind-hearted dad, who needs full-time care. Now, when she gets a chance to re-write a script for famous screenwriter Charlie Yates-The Charlie Yates! Her personal writing god!-it's a...
Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Description
A lonely artist who literally envisions disasters around every corner and an emotionally distant photojournalist meet in the aftermath of a train accident and soon their lives are transformed. This romantic comedy about love, life and death marks the live action feature debut of Australian animator Sarah Watt. Winner of Best Film and Director at the Australian Film Institute awards.
6) The Switch
Publisher
Paramount Pictures
Pub. Date
2010.
Description
In this romantic comedy, Wally (Jason Bateman) is secretly in love with his best friend, Kassie (Jennifer Aniston), who decides to have a baby through artificial insemination. After an unusual mix-up occurs at her insemination party, Wally’s life is turned upside down. Years later, he begins to notice unexpected connections between himself and Kassie’s young son, sparking a series of heartfelt and humorous revelations. As Wally navigates his growing...
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Revolution Studios
Pub. Date
2024.
Description
Stacy Holt (Brittany Murphy), an associate producer for daytime talk show hostess Kippie Kann (Kathy Bates), is frustrated when her boyfriend Derek (Ron Livingston) refuses to discuss his past relationships. With the encouragement of her co-worker Barb (Holly Hunter), she delves into his Palm to learn about his ex-girlfriends. Using the show as a ruse and Barb as her guide, Stacy interviews and befriends them, only to discover that the past, in a...
10) Basmati Blues
Publisher
Shout Studios
Pub. Date
2024.
Description
An idealistic scientist goes to India to sell genetically modified rice, but things change when she falls in love a local farmer and the locale, in this musical romantic comedy.
11) Esio Trot
Publisher
Lionsgate
Pub. Date
2024.
Description
Dustin Hoffman stars as retired bachelor Mr. Hoppy in this charming romantic comedy based on Roald Dahl’s beloved novel. Hopelessly in love with his neighbor, Mrs. Silver (Judi Dench), who lavishes all her affection on her pet tortoise, Alfie, Mr. Hoppy seizes an opportunity when she wishes for Alfie to grow larger. He devises a clever plan involving hundreds of tortoises to win her heart. As his elaborate scheme unfolds, their lives take an unexpected...
13) Morning Glory
Publisher
Paramount Pictures
Pub. Date
2010.
Description
For Becky (Rachel McAdams, "The Notebook"), running a TV show in New York City was the big break she dreamed of…until star co-anchors Mike (Harrison Ford, Indiana Jones) and Colleen (Diane Keaton, "Something’s Gotta Give") declare an all-out, on-air war. Making the show work with its cast of eccentric characters and outrageous story angles will take a major miracle, but Becky is ready to rise and outshine.
14) The Comeback
Publisher
Giant Pictures
Pub. Date
2023.
Description
Jeff and Tisa Murray move their family back to their hometown of Atlanta after Tisa is offered her dream job. When Jeff's mom and her copious lovers greet them upon arrival, family drama quickly overshadows the dream and forces them to deal with the issues that were long swept under the carpet.
15) Fever Pitch
Publisher
Shout Studios
Pub. Date
1997.
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In this romantic comedy, obsessive soccer fan Paul (Colin Firth) juggles his passion for Arsenal Football Club with his budding relationship with the more level-headed Sarah (Ruth Gemmell). Set against the backdrop of the 1988-89 football season, Paul’s devotion to the game puts his relationship to the test as he navigates love, loyalty, and the highs and lows of being a die-hard fan. Based on Nick Hornby's autobiographical novel, this film captures...
16) Gigli
Publisher
Revolution Studios
Pub. Date
2024.
Description
From director Martin Brest comes GIGLI, an unconventional romantic comedy starring Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez. When low-level hood Larry Gigli (Affleck) is given an assignment that gets him in way over his head, Ricki (Lopez), a gorgeous free spirited female enforcer is sent in to assist him. Gigli finds himself falling for the unavailable Ricki and goes to great lengths to win her affection. Yet the harder she resists him, the stronger their...
17) Olympic dreams
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Penelope (Alexi Pappas) is a first time Olympian and introverted cross-country skier, who, after finishing her event early on in the games, finds herself spending time in Athletes Village with the gregarious and outgoing volunteer dentist, Ezra (Nick Kroll). While both are eager to form connections at the Olympic Games, they are held back by the very thing that has propelled them to this point; what do you do once your lifelong dream has come true,...
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Short cuts volume 34
Description
Romantic Comedy offers an introduction to the analysis of a popular but overlooked film genre. The book provides an overview of Hollywood's romantic comedy conventions, examining iconography, narrative patterns, and ideology. Chapters discuss important subgroupings within the genre: screwball sex comedy and the radical romantic comedy of the 1970's. A final chapter traces the lasting influence of these earlier forms within current romantic comedies....
19) My Man Godfrey
Publisher
Film Movement
Pub. Date
2024.
Description
A scatterbrained socialite hires a vagrant as a family butler - but there's more to Godfrey than meets the eye.
20) Aquí entre nos
Publisher
Lionsgate
Pub. Date
2011.
Description
In this Mexican dramedy, fed-up family man Rodolfo (Jesús Ochoa) decides he's had enough of being the invisible workhorse. One morning, instead of trudging off to the office, he plants himself at home, throwing his wife (Carmen Beato) and daughters into chaos. As everyone scrambles to adjust, long-simmering secrets bubble up and Rodolfo, for once, gets the spotlight. Packed with sharp humor and heartfelt moments, the film is a delightful dive into...
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