Valentine’s Day is tomorrow, and it’s time to start preparing. If you forgot to make reservations, a night in can be just, if not more, romantic. Who needs all the hassle of going out, having to pay for a $100 meal, an expensive gift, and all that planning is exhausting. Instead, invite your partner over for a cozy night in, just the two of you. A nice home cooked meal, some chocolate and wine, and a movie to cuddle to will top the night off. Of course, picking the right movie is important. The tone of the movie can make or break the evening.
Single? Valentine’s Day can be a bit depressing if you don’t have someone to spend it with, but it doesn’t have to be. Just because you don’t have someone to be lovey-dovey with, doesn’t mean you have to be miserable, or hate those lovey movies. In fact, this is the perfect opportunity to get your friends together and have a nice girl’s night! If you want to cry or laugh together, or even make fun of all those goo-goo eyed couples, there is still plenty of room for Valentines Day to be great. Some junk food, romantic-comedies, and good company can make the holiday a blast for singles too!
Whether you’re looking for something fun and lighted hearted, sexy, or emotional masterpiece to seal your eternal love, we have something for everyone in our list!
What’s your favorite movie for Valentine’s Day? Tell us in the comments!
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At number 10 we have 13 Going on 30 . The perfect movie for a girls night or a fun loving couple. Starring Jennifer Garner, 13 year old Jenna Rinks just wants to be “30, flirty, and thriving.” At her 13th birthday party, Jenna wishes for just that, and receives it. With hilarious hijinks, Jenna learns that being 13 isn’t a curse, and she needs to appreciate what she has and not try to fit in so much. With Mark Ruffalo has her (former) best friend Matt, the movie is a great “boy next door” film.
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What Dreams May Come ranks in at number 9. Featuring Robin Williams as Chris Nielson and Anabella Sciorra as Annie. The two are soul mates who have a wonderful life and two children. Later, the children die in a car accident, and are later followed by their father Chris in a similar manner. In heaven, Chris searches for his children, and must literally go to hell to rescue his wife when she commits suicide later. Emotional and raw, if you believe in soul mates this is the perfect Valentine’s Day movie for you.
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Number 8 on our V-Day “to watch” list is Disney’s Frozen. The film tells the story of a fearless princess, with no idea of what love is, venturing to save her magically cursed sister and save her kingdom from an eternal winter. Great for both couples and friends alike, the movie depicts sisterly love and finding the love that is around us.
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The Secretary is number 7 on our list. A 2002 independent film, it stars James Spader as E. Edward Grey, and Maggie Gyllenhaal as Lee Holloway. Grey, revealed to be a sexually dominant man, hires awkward and unstable Lee Holloway as his secretary. The two shortly begin a BDSM relationship. Lee, proposed to by another man, tries to choose Grey, who remains uncertain. The film well represents both the sexual and loving side of the BDSM community., and may be a good choice to mix things up, rather than the usual romance film.
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At Number 6, Ghost World makes it to the middle of our recommendations. A comedy-drama based on the comic book of the same name, Ghost World features beloved Thora Birch, Steve Buscemi, and Scarlet Johansson. An outsider after graduation, we follow Birch as Enid and watch as her life falls apart. A deeply moving and well written film, it has gathered a large cult following.
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At number 5, we have Star Dust. Funny, adventurous, and full of love, Charlie Cox plays Tristan Thorn plays an awkward love-stricken young man. To prove his love to an uninterested party, Tristan crosses the wall, which seperates the real world form the magical, to bring her back a fallen star. Beautifully done, the film has something for all audiences. From princes, to magic, to duels and flying pirate ships, the movie is a fantastic display of true love.
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Dan in Real Life features an inspiring soundtrack and a thoughtful story. Featuring Steve Carell as Dan Burns. Dan is an advice columnist, who has finally moved on after his wife’s death. Unfortunately, she’s dating his brother. Fun and uplifting, the film is great to watch to show someone how much you care.
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While a Christmas movie, Love Actually still makes it to the top of our Valentines Day list at number 3. The film follows the stories of multiple people and couples alike through all the different forms and routes love can take. With a star cast and moving story, Love Actually will leave you bursting with good feelings.
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Coming in at number 2, Lost in Translation. Exploring loneliness, aging actor Bob Harris (Bill Murray) and recent unemployed college graduate Charlotte (Scarlet Johansson) develop a close bond after a chance meeting in Tokyo. Thoughtful and emotionally stimulating, the film is a fast Valentines Day favorite.
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Finally, at number 1, we have Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. The film raises the question, If you could erase someone, would you? Jim Carrey stars as Joel Barish. After a painful breakup, Joel’s ex-girlfriend Clementine (Kate Winslet) has a procedure to erase Joel from her mind. However, as he lives through each memory before it is erased, Joel regrets his decision and tries to fight the procedure. An enduring message of love and appreciating what you have, there’s something new every time you watch it.