Tag Archives: love story

The Proud and Profane (1956) Rated NR

Posted on January 31, 2024 by laurarachel4

During WWII, a widow falls for a lieutenant colonel. Starring William Holden, Deborah Kerr, and Thelma Ritter. At first I thought this would be a great love story. While it has it’s moments, there are also moments when the pacing … Continue reading →

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A United Kingdom (2016) Rated PG-13

Posted on September 19, 2023 by laurarachel4

The story of King Seretse Khama of Botswana and his marriage to a British white woman that sent his country into political and diplomatic turmoil. Starring David Oyelowo, Rosamund Pike, and Tom Felton. Khama is the president of a free … Continue reading →

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Anna Karenina (1935) Rated NR

Posted on August 25, 2023 by laurarachel4

The married Anna Karenina falls in love with Count Vronsky despite her husband’s refusal of a divorce. Starring Greta Garbo, Fredric March, and Freddie Bartholomew. I was rather disappointed with this depiction of Anna Karenina. It’s supposed to be a … Continue reading →

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Taking a Chance on Love (2009) Rated NR

Posted on March 13, 2023 by laurarachel4

A widowed sports journalist is worried about his son, while his girlfriend, who refuses to marry, is searching for the daughter she gave up. Starring Genie Francis, Ted McGinley, and Katie Boland. This film weaves together two love stories: the … Continue reading →

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The Magnificent Ambersons (1942) Rated NR

Posted on March 21, 2022 by laurarachel4

A spoiled heir to a fortune comes between his mother and the man she loves. Based on the book by Booth Tarkington. Starring Joseph Cotten, Dolores Costello, and Anne Baxter. I’m a little surprised that everyone hypes this film up … Continue reading →

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London Spy (2015) Rated NR

Posted on January 4, 2021 by laurarachel4

A romance between two people from different worlds leads to a mystery when one of them is killed. Starring Ben Whishaw, Edward Holcroft, and Jim Broadbent. This miniseries was a mess. The script is poorly written, and it was hard to follow. … Continue reading →

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Dear Santa (2011) Rated TV-PG

Posted on April 12, 2020 by laurarachel4

A privileged woman falls for a soup kitchen owner after finding a Dear Santa letter from his daughter. Starring Amy Acker, David Haydn-Jones, and Emma Duke. This film has so much going on that it’s hard to get to the … Continue reading →

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Her (2013) Rated R

Posted on April 5, 2020 by laurarachel4

In the future, a writer falls in love with an operating system. Starring Joaquin Phoenix, Lynn Adrianna Freedman, and Lisa Renee Pitts. This story is brilliantly told as a love story; if it had been a relationship between two humans, … Continue reading →

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The Hundred-Foot Journey (2014) Rated PG

Posted on September 29, 2019 by laurarachel4

An Indian family moves to France and opens an eatery across the street from a Michelin-starred restaurant. Starring Helen Mirren, Om Puri, and Manish Dayal. This is a beautifully told story. The cinematography is beautiful, and the acting superb. While … Continue reading →

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All of My Heart (2015) Rated TV-G

Posted on September 22, 2019 by laurarachel4

After inheriting a house, Jenny and the co-owner, Brian, become friends. Starring Lacey Chabert, Brennan Elliott, and Edward Asner. This is a cute Hallmark romance. The chemistry between Chabert and Elliott is too cute. This one isn’t just a sweet … Continue reading →

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