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List of Movies for a Romantic Evening. Ëska Recommends

List of Movies for a Romantic Evening. Ëska Recommends

The Little Death

Year: 2014
Country: Australia
Genre: Comedy / Romance / Drama
Director: Josh Lawson

Paul and Maeve are a young couple trying to spice up their intimate life. To do so, they often resort to extreme methods that would shock anyone else. Meanwhile, the film introduces Richard and Rowanna, another couple hoping to become parents. They try to conceive every day, making sex a routine, devoid of any pleasure. Dan and Evie, on the other hand, are facing a series of personal problems, forcing them to seek help from a professional marriage counselor. Who will manage to achieve their goals, and who will face inevitable separation? Their stories are full of fateful events that will make them look at their feelings, fears, and dreams in an entirely new way.

Beautiful Girls in Paris

Year: 2014
Country: France
Genre: Comedy
Director: Audrey Dana

The emotional and sensual film "Beautiful Girls in Paris" deals with timeless female concerns about love, respect, loyalty, responsibility, and passion. According to the majority of the world's population, Paris is the only place where everything breathes with romantic feelings. Therefore, it is no surprise that French women are considered the most charming, bright, and passionate lovers in the world. However, this story reveals different sides of Parisian women. Unlike the feminism trend dominating many progressive countries, French women don't want independence; they just want love, understanding, and loyalty. Whether they have a doctorate, a successful career, or a huge house with children, the question of tenderness and passion is still paramount in their hearts. So, they are constantly in search of love and a life partner who can share not only the bright moments but also the problems and struggles. Their life paths are filled with ongoing searches and battles for happiness.

Marriage Story

Year: 2019
Country: USA
Genre: Comedy / Drama / Romance
Director: Noah Baumbach

The emotional film "Marriage Story" tells the story of spouses Nicole and Charlie. They are successful people: Charlie is a promising theater director, and Nicole is a popular actress. The couple has everything one could wish for—money, fame, and a carefree future. However, love is a tricky thing, and over time, they realize their feelings are no longer the same. Now, they are heading toward divorce, and the legal battle would have been smooth if not for their child, whom both want to have on their side. How will this marriage story end? Only time will tell...

Shortbus Club

Year: 2006
Country: USA
Genre: Comedy / Romance / Drama
Director: John Cameron Mitchell

An exploration of relationships in modern New York through the lens of sex, art, music, and politics. The main characters of the film are Sophie, a sexologist who has never experienced an orgasm, and James, a gay man.

Jojo Rabbit

Year: 2019
Country: USA, Germany
Genre: Comedy / War / Drama
Director: Taika Waititi

"Jojo Rabbit" is the story of a ten-year-old German boy who has lost his father and is looking for his place in the world. His peers bully him, and his mother believes that he is to blame for what is happening. Trying to compensate for the lack of paternal attention, the boy imagines a new friend in the form of Adolf Hitler, who is very different from the historical Führer of Nazi Germany. However, the situation escalates when the boy finds out that his mother is hiding a Jewish girl in their home.

Secrets of Sex and Love

Year: 2016
Country: Spain
Genre: Comedy / Romance
Director: Paco Leon

On a hot summer in Madrid, five couples in the throes of passion discover unexpected forms of sexual attraction. Astonishment and fear of unknown pleasures give way to uncontrollable desire. Taboos are shattered, and nothing can stop the characters from their love experiments.

A Simple Story

Year: 1999
Country: France, UK, USA
Genre: Biography / Drama
Director: David Lynch

"A Simple Story" (1999) is a touching biographical drama about the journey of 73-year-old Al Strait, who decides to visit his sick brother. Without a driver's license and in poor health, he sets off on a garden tractor. The film invites viewers not only to witness the journey of the protagonist but also to delve into reflections on family, forgiveness, and loyalty. Directed by David Lynch, the film is sincere and lacks the surrealism characteristic of the director's style. Available for online viewing, it offers an inspiring story about courage, love, and human connections.

Tulip

Year: 2008
Country: Germany, Kazakhstan, Russia, Switzerland
Genre: Drama
Director: Sergey Dvortsevoy

After being discharged from the Russian Navy, a young man named Asa returns to his native Kazakh steppe. He has to live under the same roof with his older sister Samal, her husband Ondas, and their four restless children. Unlike most young locals, Asa doesn't want to leave his homeland; on the contrary, he wants to stay and become a shepherd. Unfortunately, his dream is not destined to come true unless he finds a wife soon to help with the household chores . How will this story unfold in a rural setting?

Blind Dates

Year: 2013
Country: Georgia, Ukraine
Genre: Comedy
Director: Levan Koguashvili

"Blind Dates" is a cheerful comedy from 2013 that tells viewers about the difficult search for love in the modern world. The main character of the film is an incorrigible romantic and at the same time a young man who has been blind since birth. He decides to take a desperate step: going on blind dates in the hope of finding his true love. Filled with humor and unexpected situations, the film will leave no one indifferent and will make you laugh heartily. Watching "Blind Dates" online will bring viewers lightness and faith that true feelings are possible even in the most unexpected places. Watching this film means filling your evening with positivity and warm emotions.

Youth

Year: 2015
Country: United Kingdom, Italy, France, Switzerland
Genre: Drama
Director: Paolo Sorrentino

Fred, a renowned composer and conductor, refuses to perform at Prince Philip's birthday despite Her Majesty’s requests, and he has a good reason for it. Mick, an Oscar-winning director, is working hard on his new "revelatory" film script, but things are not going well. Fred and Mick have been friends for half a century, laughing at themselves and marveling at the beauty and injustice of this world. They spend this summer at an Alpine resort, where their adult children's love troubles, accidentally observed dramas, and revelations from the distant past will forever change their destinies.

White Night Wedding

Year: 2007
Country: Iceland
Genre: Drama / Comedy
Director: Baltasar Kormákur

The dramatic yet humorous film "White Night Wedding" tells the story of Jon, whose life is turned upside down after receiving an invitation to his boss's daughter's wedding. Events unfold in a small town where every move he makes becomes the talk of the town. The comedic moments intertwine with dramatic ones, creating a multifaceted picture complemented by a distinctive Scandinavian flavor. "White Night Wedding" is available for online viewing, offering a whirlwind of emotions that will make viewers laugh and empathize with the characters at the same time.

On Thursday and Never Again

Year: 1997
Country: USSR
Genre: Drama / Romance
Director: Anatoly Efros

A young Moscow doctor, before his wedding, decides to visit his mother, who lives near a nature reserve. However, where Sergey is heading, he is awaited and loved by Varya, his former girlfriend, who is expecting his child. A painful conversation is inevitable. Sergey suggests that Varya terminate the pregnancy, as he has no intention of being with her. His mother's attempts to explain to him the monstrous nature of his behavior end in catastrophe—overcome by distress, she passes away. Sergey then leaves for Moscow.

A Dangerous Method

Year: 2011
Country: United Kingdom, Germany, Canada, USA
Genre: Biography / Drama / Thriller
Director: David Cronenberg

A film set between 1904 and 1913, presenting an intriguing story about two great founders of psychoanalysis—Carl Gustav Jung and Sigmund Freud. These two historical figures become the main characters of this fascinating narrative. The central figure in their lives is Sabina Spielrein—a woman of extraordinary beauty and charm. She is intellectual and attractive, but suffers from mental disorders. Her traumatic childhood memories, where her father often beat her, caused severe psychological issues, including regular hysterics. This brutality she experienced in her early years led to a tendency for sadomasochism. Through her interaction with Jung, she opens up to him, sharing her life and emotions. This piques Jung's interest, and soon she becomes his patient. After successful treatment, she is released from the hospital and is able to live a normal life, free from hysterics and fits. However, the connection between Spielrein and Jung is not limited to the professional level. Sabina develops a strong attraction to Jung, and soon they begin a romantic affair. But when rumors of their relationship spread within the hospital, they are forced to sever all ties. Sabina, hurt and disappointed, attacks Jung, leaving a deep scar on his face.

The Great Beauty

Year: 2013
Country: France, Italy
Genre: Drama / Comedy
Director: Paolo Sorrentino

Jep Gambardella is a well-known writer and a millionaire. Throughout his life, until the age of 65, he lived extravagantly: expensive wines and cognacs, exquisite dishes, beautiful women, luxurious parties, mingling with high society, actresses, singers—everything was routine for the protagonist. He had seen so much in his lifetime that one day, upon waking up, he realized how bored he had become in his old age. He no longer saw the point in the tall models, the constant parties, and the luxury. From every girl who ended up in his bed, Jep would flee in the morning, just to avoid talking to them about anything. He had completely lost faith in how boringly he had spent his best years. Jep learns that his first love, whom he had deep feelings for, has passed away. But this woman had always loved him, and when he finds her personal diary, he discovers that she always had strong feelings for him but was forced to break up with him. After this, Jep starts to reflect on how his life might have been completely different if he had stayed with his beloved. Perhaps he would have been happy now. He begins to regret the wasted years of his life.

Just Together

Year: 2007
Country: France
Genre: Drama / Romance
Director: Claude Berry

A young girl, Camille, becomes friends with her neighbor, Philibert, and after a while, due to certain circumstances, moves into his apartment, where she finds not only physical but also emotional warmth. There, she meets the chef, Frank. Initially, their relationship doesn't work out, but later, a deep affection develops between Camille and Frank. The three main characters, who have not been particularly fortunate with their families or personalities, unexpectedly find harmony and a new zest for life. Arguments and reconciliations, debates and agreements. By sticking together, they become stronger. However, things are not all rosy, and the cocoon they have created for themselves does not protect them from the vicissitudes of life. Both inside and outside, their happiness is under threat. Is it possible to avoid problems without risking missing something important?

Deeper!

Year: 2020
Country: Russia
Genre: Romance
Director: Mikhail Segan

The plot of the film "Deeper!" centers on a young and promising director specializing in creating sensual dramas with incredible stories. In his profession, the man has achieved considerable success, but by chance, he ends up in an unfamiliar industry. In other words, he enters the world of adult films, where the plot plays a rather secondary role. However, the talented director, a connoisseur of psychology, takes it upon himself to use his skills and expertise to completely revolutionize the world of cinema for adult audiences. Relying on Stanislavsky's system, he changes the actors' image and the script so profoundly that the audience is thrilled by his work and changes their perspective on life.

The Dreamers

Year: 2003
Country: France, United Kingdom, Italy, USA
Genre: Drama / Romance
Director: Bernardo Bertolucci

Mid-60s. France. Paris, like most of the major cities in the country, is immersed in the chaos of revolution. Streets are blocked with barricades, protests and demonstrations for the rights and freedoms of students continue nonstop. It seemed like there was no one left who wasn't concerned about the upcoming changes, but the twins Théo and Isabelle remain detached. Brother and sister seem to live in another reality. The protagonists are so obsessed with cinema that the events in films have become a part of their lives. Isabelle and Théo watch everything they can, hardly ever leaving the house. During one of their outings, they meet a guy named Matthew. An American student who came to Paris to improve his French, but got caught in the middle of the chaos. The kind-hearted brother and sister invite the young man to stay at their apartment while their parents are away. Agreeing to stay, Matthew had no idea what this would lead to.

Divorce Italian Style

Year: 1961
Country: Italy
Genre: Drama / Comedy / Romance
Director: Pietro Germi

"Divorce Italian Style" is a witty drama with elements of romance and comedy, released in 1961. The story revolves around a Sicilian baron, Ferdinando Cefalù, who dreams of divorcing his wife to marry his young lover. However, divorce in Italy during those years is not so simple. The protagonist comes up with a clever plan to rid himself of his wife while staying within the dangerous boundaries of moral and legal norms. The film immerses viewers in the atmosphere of Southern Italy and its customs. Watching "Divorce Italian Style" is a delight for lovers of classic cinema, featuring stellar Italian actors like Marcello Mastroianni and exquisite direction by Pietro Germi.

Private Life

Year: 2018
Country: USA
Genre: Drama / Comedy
Director: Tamara Jenkins

The plot of "Private Life" tells the story of a couple who have been trying for a long time to have children. However, Rachel and Richard have not succeeded, and even IVF does not help her conceive. The doctors suggest they use an egg from a donor, but for that, Rachel and Richard will need to find the right donor. During this time, a young girl named Sadie, who is the daughter of their close friends, visits the couple. Her arrival makes the house feel much cozier, and the couple realizes that Sadie might be the perfect donor to help them create a complete family.

In the Power of a Woman

Year: 2018
Country: France
Genre: Drama
Director: Audrey Diwan

The drama is about a married couple facing challenges in their relationship. The wife, Claire, after a passionate affair, decides to end the marriage, while her husband tries to keep the family intact. The story explores the struggles of a woman torn between love, desire, and personal freedom. The film reveals the hidden desires and emotions of each character, making it a poignant reflection of modern relationships.

Y Tu Mamá También

Year: 2001
Country: Mexico
Genre: Drama
Director: Alfonso Cuarón

Two friends, unburdened by moral principles and driven by teenage hormones, seek adventure under the scorching Mexican sun. They search—and they find. At a party, they meet a beautiful Spanish woman, Luisa, whose heart is hopelessly broken. They invite her to take a trip to a mythical beach with a romantic name, "Heaven's Mouth"—a world of fantasies and dreams where wishes come true. Luisa, deciding to escape and heal her broken heart, accepts the boys’ invitation. However, they do not yet know the most important secret...

Men with Weaknesses

Year: 2019
Country: USA
Genre: Comedy / Drama
Director: Richard Wong

The film "Men with Weaknesses" tells the captivating story of three desperate guys in wheelchairs named Mo, Matt, and Scotty, who live in a rehabilitation center and dream of sex. They've never hung out with women in clubs, but one day, the friends get the idea to go to a brothel in Montreal to try adult games. Their trip will turn into incredibly funny and touching adventures.

According to Barney

Year: 2010
Country: Italy, Canada
Genre: Comedy / Drama
Director: Richard J. Lewis

The jolly and jokester Barney Panofsky first married, then married again, and only then met his true love. Appearing to be an ordinary guy, Barney lived a highly eventful and unusual life. His adventures on two continents included marriage to three different women, a completely crazy father, and an uncountable number of eccentric friends. Barney's life, as told by him, is vibrant, sincere, uncompromising, and lived to the fullest.

Up in the Air

Year: 2009
Country: USA
Genre: Drama
Director: Jason Reitman

Ryan Bingham is a corporate lawyer with endless business trips and a constantly packed suitcase. He perfectly fits the image of a successful consumer who shines in the corporate world, but can't say the same about his personal life. For Ryan, short-term romances are just another item on his long to-do list, alongside endless hotel rooms, rental cars, and a continuous stream of emails and voicemails. His constant travel from one city to another has distanced him from his family, and he never managed to build his own family. Loneliness and a lack of stability in his personal life have become the norm. But the question remains: is this enough for happiness? Or deep down, does Ryan still long to find something more than fleeting romances and endless business trips?

North

Year: 1994
Country: USA
Genre: Comedy / Fantasy / Drama
Director: Rob Reiner

"North" is a 1994 fantasy film that skillfully weaves elements of drama and comedy. Exploring themes of family and self-identity, it tells the story of an adventurous boy named North, who, disappointed in his parents, sets off in search of an ideal family. Along the way, viewers meet colorful characters and exotic cultures, adding lightness and humor to the film. As North searches for what he believes is best for him, he begins to understand the true value of family bonds. "North" is available for those who want to watch a sparkling movie about eternal values and self-discovery online.

Wild Strawberries

Year: 1957
Country: Sweden
Genre: Drama
Director: Ingmar Bergman

"Wild Strawberries" is a cult 1957 film by the great Swedish director Ingmar Bergman. This deep drama tells the story of Professor of Medicine Isaac Björk, who reflects on his life before receiving an honorary award. A journey to the place of the ceremony turns into an emotional pilgrimage through memories, where joys and disappointments of the past intertwine. With every plot twist, the multifaceted characters reveal complex human relationships to the viewer. To immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of this masterpiece, you can watch "Wild Strawberries" online, finding the film on the web.

The Kid

Year: 1939
Country: USSR
Genre: Comedy / Drama
Director: Tatyana Lukashevich

Little Natasha left her house and got lost in the big city. Along the way, everyone she meets gets involved in her exciting, fun-filled adventure. Everything, of course, ends well. While Natasha wandered the city, she made many friends, both among adults and children.

Love This Year

Year: 1999
Country: United Kingdom
Genre: Comedy / Romance
Director: David Kane

Hannah and Danny's marriage cracks from the first moment. The bride's best friend secretly tells Danny that Hannah cheated on him with his best friend. After this revelation, the couple broke up. Now each of them separately tries to prove something to the other. No one could have predicted what the outcome would be. The film "Love This Year" is simply magnificent.

Peaceful Process

Year: 2022
Country: France
Genre: Comedy
Director: Ilan Klipper

Marie and Simon are an ordinary married couple. Just yesterday, they seemed to be happy people, but suddenly starting arguments and scandals change their relationship beyond recognition. To save their marriage, they decide to go on a joint trip. Additionally, they come up with 10 rules to restore the harmony they once had. Over time, the couple faces frequent arguments, threatening to take away their last hopes of saving their love. Will they really face inevitable separation? If it happens, their marriage, worked on for many years, will turn to dust. Very soon, in a hopeless situation, the heroes will learn many surprising things about each other, which will give them the opportunity to see marital happiness from a new perspective.