Why It Works: The basic premise of 50 First Dates is kind of sad, and that's not ignored by the comedy, as we're introduced to Adam Sandler's Henry Roth, a guy who harbors no guilt for the way he romances tourists and then sends them packing. Story In A Nutshell: Sea life veterinarian and womanizer falls for an amnesiac who forgets who he is every day. (Image credit: Columbia Pictures) 32) 50 First Dates (2004) Rent/Buy Forgetting Sarah Marshall on Amazon. You deserve a medal, or a holiday or at least a cuddle from somebody." Perfect Quote: "How you served five years under her, I don't know. It lives in the grey areas, even when it comes to its supporting characters, and with an R-rating, it takes advantage of its freedom with consistent, raunchy hilarity. It gives us real reasons for everyone's behavior, and it never turns anyone into a complete villain or a complete hero. Forgetting Sarah Marshall has so much to say about sameness and differences, about the appeal of new and the frustration with old. Why It Works: Get past the wacky, contrived premise and just focus on the relationships. To get over her, he takes a trip by himself to Hawaii, only to discover she's staying in the same hotel with a world famous rock star. Story In A Nutshell: A composer gets unexpectedly dumped by his actress girlfriend. The Couple: Peter Bretter and Rachel Jansen (Image credit: Universal Pictures) 33) Forgetting Sarah Marshall (2008) Perfect Quote: “Just because Harper isn’t ready doesn’t mean she never will be, and it doesn’t mean she doesn’t love you.” And let’s not forget Dan Levy with his scene-stealing performance as Abby’s best friend John, especially for providing some of the film’s best moments. We see it with Harper finally coming out to her family as well as with her dad, Ted Caldwell (Victor Garber) finally becoming mayor during the Happiest Season ending. Why It Works: One of my favorite aspects of this 2020 romantic comedy is the argument it makes about being true to yourself and how only good things can come from honesty (even if it takes a while to get there). But the thing is, Harper has yet to come out to her family, which further complicates things. Story In A Nutshell: Abby Holland (Kristen Stewart) decides that the perfect time to propose to her girlfriend Harper Caldwell (Mackenzie Davis) is at Harper’s family’s annual holiday party. The Couple: Abby Holland and Harper Caldwell (Image credit: Hulu) 37) Happiest Season (2020) Rent/Buy Chasing Amy on Amazon (opens in new tab). And not in a misplaced affection, puppy-dog way, although I'm sure that's what you'll call it. And not, not in a friendly way, although I think we're great friends. Well, that perspective along with Jason Lee hilarity and good old fashioned Jay and Silent Bob jokes. It's a frank and fascinating perspective, and it's one that makes the movie worth watching. In a vacuum, they could be very happy for the rest of their lives, but they're surrounded by people who are used to them behaving in different ways. ![]() Why It Works: In theory, Chasing Amy is a about a woman who self-identifies as a lesbian and a straight guy trying to make it work, but deeper than that, it's about coming to terms with your partner and accepting them for who they are at this very moment in time. ![]() They're able to find some happiness, but her past remains an issue. Story In A Nutshell: A comic book artist falls in love with a lesbian, despite the objections of all their friends. The Couple: Holden McNeil and Alyssa Jones (Image credit: Miramax) 38) Chasing Amy (1997) Jake: Yeah, I don’t think I like me enough to introduce him to other people.”īuy Sleeping With Other People on Amazon. Perfect Quote: “Lainey: If you want someone to fall for you, you gotta be you. The movie’s premise isn’t all that unique, but the way the cast has fun with the material makes it work way more than it should. Why It Works: Even though Jake Harper and Lainey Dalton aren’t the most likable characters in the history of romantic comedies, the performances by Jason Sudeikis and Alison Brie in Sleeping With Other People makes it to where you can’t help but root for the pair. But soon they find out being “just friends” with someone you’re in love with is no easy task. Story In A Nutshell: Years after losing their virginity to each other at a college dorm party, Jake Harper (Jason Sudeikis) and Lainey Dalton (Alison Brie) run into each other again and become best friends. The Couple: Jake Harper and Lainey Dalton (Image credit: IFC Films) 39) Sleeping With Other People (2015)
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