Oh yes, the ending left me short of breath. The story line with May getting pregnant and all... And the last scene. Please, go up to the apartment... what are you waiting for?! But he doesn't, it was soooo frustrating!
I know, you feel horrible for Newland because he was close to leave May but then sacrifices everything for the family they were gonna have, but that last scene is something you can't believe just happened.
You know, there're love films and then there're love films. 'You've got mail' and others vs. 'The Age of Innocence' and 'Dangerous Liaisons'. Those films who'll be stucked with you forever.
I couldn't agree more, there are romantic that will always be remembered and loved those are love which have a special something which separates them from the bunch
I made a list which I'd love you to check and give me your thoughts on it: I called High Quality Romantic Films which makes honor to those romances which are more than just a chick flick.
http://www.imdb.com/list/UQtpgtEpXuI/#1I'll wait for your review on it and if you want you cha send me a PM i always answer, we could be great online friends hehe.
Dangerous Liaisons' is very different although I really like it too, very stylish with gorgeous costumes. It seemed that Michelle Pfeiffer was in every other movie during the 90's, haha. She's really good in DL, your description of the two characters are spot on.
Hey thanks for your compliments on my comparison between Ellen and Madame de Tourvelle about Michelle she was one of the it girls of the 90s or should I say woman of the 90s ? because on that decade non of hot actresses looked like Jennifer Lawrence or Leighton Meester does, even Natalie Portman looks like she is in her very early 20s when she is in her early 30s.
Sorry for going so out of topic.
Yes, I love these kind of movies. Drama, romance and complications, oh yes. And substance. Most of all substance. But I also like 'Open Hearts', the total opposite of TAOI, costume wise. It's a dogme film by Susanne Bier, a beautiful and heartbreaking movie with a fantastic Danish cast. If you haven't seen it, I strongly recommend it!
Hehe me too, which girl doesn't like a good Romantic Drama, the romance feels stronger and more passionate in the drama Form or at least that's what I feel.
Don't get me wrong i still like a good Romantic Comedy but dramas always feel more real lol.
Thanks for suggesting Open Hearts I will definitely check open hearts.
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beja-4
11 years ago
Hi sarizonana!
I just want you to know that I didn't forget you. I've had no time to look at you list, although I can see it's a great one and thoroughly done. I will look at it tomorrow and get back to you.
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sarizonana
11 years ago
Thanks
It's ok . whenever you can ill be happy to know what did you think of it.
Romance it's one of my favorite genres along with Biopics and Historical films.
I don't know why but I find those very interesting and intriguing.
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beja-4
11 years ago
Absolutely sarizonana, which girl doesn't like a good romantic drama! Or man for that matter. I've had a joyful time when I've read your list. It's a great one, worked out thoroughly, with references such as Oscar nominations, AFI and especially your personal favourites. You've got most of the 20th Century's most popular romantic dramas on your list.
I like the way you give each movie space, more than one page. That's actually something I haven't seen before here on IMDb. The idea of giving each film about 2-3 pictures/pages makes the reader more interested and especially if one hasn't seen the film. I really like it, it's beautiful pictures you've chosen for each film, captures the mood and atmosphere. It certainley woke up the curiosity in me to actually watch it or rewatch.
Also the fact that you haven't seen all of them, first I thought it was a little odd that you had included them on the list, but after reading I realize that it's a humle way to show your respect to what have been Oscar nominated but also those which have been suggested by IMDb posters as their personal favourites.
You have to watch Gone With the Wind, Casa Blanca and An Affair to Remember! Those are absolutely classics! Sound of Music! Love it, I'm not sure how many times I've seen it. 20?
You've given me great suggestions sarizonana, I'll definitely watch The Note Book, Young Victoria and Silver Linings. Thank you for having me watch, I really enjoyed it!
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sarizonana
11 years ago
Thanks so much for your compliments, I'm so glad you enjoyed it.
My idea of the two pictures for film I don't remember where I got it from but I guess it was surfing the lists here and I thought two pics for film would give the list a more unique touch, thanks again for telling me that you liked that.
The idea of adding to each one all those reference was point out why it isn't your typical cheesy chick flick and what makes it different from the Twilight Saga and yes I added the films which I haven't seen because well some I've heard a lot from them like Gone with the Wind and Casablanca or because I know no one suggest me great romances like other movie lovers.
So yes it a sign of respect to every artist who created those masterpieces in romance, I've been thinking to make this list to 100 high quality Romances.
So maybe I'll add the other Wuthering Heights with Lawrence Olivier and Merle Obreron since that one is the classic one and probably I'll add Baz Luhrman's Romeo and Juliet.
So check my list again soon and give me your thoughts on my additions.
And really send me private messages I always answer.
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