February 10, 2015

By Rachel Phillips

Here are some movies to check out while you are gearing up for a date night out or enjoying a night in.

**The Rom-Com: “27 Dresses”**

There are lots of romantic comedies that would make a great Valentine’s movie night, but arguably one of the best is “27 Dresses.” Jane Nichols (Katherine Heigl) has been a bridesmaid for 27 weddings but has yet to be married herself. Humor ensues when she meets the highly-cynical Kevin (James Marsden).

**The Foreign Film: “Amélie”**

If you’re feeling adventurous, check out “Amélie.” In this quirky French film, Amélie helps those around her find happiness before finding a romance of her own. This is a sweet story and is recommended for anyone who is looking for something a little different.

**The Token Nicholas Sparks Movie: “The Notebook”**

Yes, there are enough Nicholas Sparks movies that he gets his own category, and predictably, “The Notebook” is the top choice. Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams play Noah and Allie, a young couple from different social classes with an epic love story.

**The Star-Crossed Lovers: “Titanic”**

The whirlwind romance of Rose and Jack in James Cameron’s “Titanic” was an instant classic when it premiered in 1997. The lovers from different sides of the tracks meet on the ill-fated ship and fall in love as the ship heads towards its doom. (This film gets extra brownie points for featuring a young Leo DiCaprio. Always a plus).