22 May 2011

Hauntingly Romantic



Paranormal romances is a common theme in popular literature yet there are only few movies in that category. I guess it is very difficult to entertain both horror and romance fans at the same time.There are movies with stories about ghosts in love with humans,ghosts in love with ghosts ,lonely ghosts and about guys who stare at goats .

19 May 2011

Romantic Comedy Themes : Clingy Girlfriends

Stacy: Happy anniversary, Wayne.
Wayne: Stacy, we broke up two months ago.
Stacy: Well, that doesn't mean we can't still go out, does it?
(Wayne's world)
                                                                            

18 May 2011

Screw ball comedies

  There’s a pitch in baseball called a screwball, which was perfected by a pitcher named Carl Hubbell back in the 1930s. It’s a pitch with a particular spin that sort of flutters and drops, goes in different directions, and behaves in very unexpected ways… Screwball comedy was unconventional, went in different directions, and behaved in unexpected ways… ”Andrew Bergman,“We're in the Money: Depression America and Its Films”

17 May 2011

Romantic Comedy Themes : Hurt her to save her

The dilemma;
            No matter what I do, no matter how hard I try... the ones I love will always be the ones who pay." —Peter Parker
The solution;
           "You're a great actress, Satine. Hurt him. Hurt him to save him." —Harold Zidler, Moulin Rouge!

16 May 2011

Geeks And The Gorgeous

According to the widely accepted conspiracy theory this theme appears in most movies as a part of silicon valley funded give "geeks a chance" campaign. It  is not just Jude Aptoe's slackers , but almost everyone has a hot wife/girlfriend in the movies . This is one of the most widely seen double standard in movie relationships.

5 Things Movies Can Teach You About Love

Maybe you believe that date movies are merely a prelude to the rest of a romantic evening. That doesn't have to be true. If you look a little deeper you can find a variety of great ideas for sealing the long-term romantic deal. Obviously, you don't have to delve quite as deeply as in a Federico Fellini or Ingmar Bergman film, but date films aren't just mindless fluff either. Based on their production dates (though often limited by their budgets), they show you exactly what men and women of each generation find heart-warming, romantic, and sexy.

Romantic Comedy Themes : Run Romeo Run

   This theme  was among the top ten endings suggested by Hollywood writers handbook to combat writers block,  but  it got discredited after being used in two ten year old's love story in " love actually" and was later spoofed in 30 rock. We are dealing with the dash  of Romeo to the airport to stop Juliet from fleeing the country.

15 May 2011

Bridesmaids (2011) : Review


Don't get deceived by the name this is an R rated production by Jude Aptow(knocked up).So  expect  a mixed bag of heartwarming story interspersed with few gross scenes.

Romantic Comedy Themes : Hate Them Love Them


We can’t stand them, we can’t stand people talking about them. Hell we can’t even stand ourselves thinking about them. It’s often difficult to make an enemy a friend. The kind of transition that usually takes a while; ego and pride being the main reason why. But once you cross the bad waters, it usually turns out they weren’t all that bad after all.Now take it to the next level, actually skip another level and picture them as our exes. Sorry ,winning huh..

14 May 2011

Romantic Comedy Themes : Shut Up Kiss

This is not about "shut up and kiss me" cry but rather about using a kiss to end an argument. shut up kiss can create much more drama and tension than the first and notably it was used for the first time in theater by none other than Billy Shakespeare in " much ado about nothing ". So no one has to worry about  copyright claims

Romantic comedy Themes : No I Dont

You know the tradition get your prince charming all dressed up take him to the altar  and give him a big fat NO. yes, the "no i don't" strategy,works every time if you have the doubts.Perhaps you could have sent him a breakup text or at least a formal warning earlier but what fun is that. Then you can follow it up with the proverbial run or marrying another geek or whatever the crowd calls out for.

Romntic Comedy Themes : Insignificant Other

In this category the perfect suitor  nice guy johny is ditched for an average joe , given  joe comforts her on few occasions( Harry potter) ,has a past with soon to be mrs johny (sweet home alabama) or belong to" i cant stand him but i love him" category(ugly truth).For most part johnys work is to be the obstacle substantial enough to encourage the leads to continue fighting their feelings for most of the movie.

13 May 2011

Romantic Comedy Themes : Will You Marry Me


One simple question has the potential to bring us infinite pleasure or pain.  Having trouble finding the exact words to pop the question? Need advice on creating the perfect romantic setting or finding an exotic location as a backdrop for your proposal? Unsure how to convince your lover to make a lifetime commitment? Screenwriters have already done the work for you, providing clever ideas of what to do (and what not to do) for every conceivable romantic scenario.

Romantic Comedy Themes : Love Triangles

Vicky is in love with the guy from Barcelona, but "the guy from Barcelona"  is in love with Christina or as woody allen portrayed it he has some serious issues, resulting in wacky hijinks. Alternatively, vicky and christina are both in love with the guy from Barcelona, who is torn between the two and must make a choice.

Romantic Comedy Themes : I Just Want Her To Be Happy


God: Grace. You want her back?
Bruce: No. I want her to be happy, no matter what that means. I want her to find someone who will treat her with all the love she deserved from me. I want her to meet someone who will see her always as I do now, through Your eyes.
God: Now THAT'S a prayer.

Romantic Comedy Themes : Body Swapping

A body swap is a storytelling device seen in which two people (or beings) exchange minds and end up in each other's bodies. Alternatively, their minds may stay where they are as their bodies adjust.Switches can be caused by magic items such as amulets, heartfelt wishes, or just strange quirks of the universe. Typically, a deeper appreciation of the other's life is attained

2 February 2011

The Princess Bride (1987)

The Princess Bride is a fairytale told by a Grandpa to an initially cynical young boy who has stayed home sick.