February 05, 2013

10 great films to watch on Valentine's Day

Amanda Nash
Arts and Entertainment Editor


Looking for a movie to see on Valentine’s Day? Maybe you’re not into the cliché romantic comedies, or maybe that’s exactly what you like. Perhaps you’d rather watch an intense action movie or a psychological thriller. Whatever your taste, here are some movie suggestions that may entertain you.

Titanic: A timeless love story taking place onboard one of America’s most notorious vessels. (PG-13)

Mr. and Mrs. Smith: An adventurous comedy about a couple in a rather explosive relationship. (PG-13)

The Notebook: The compelling journey of two young lovers who deal with the trials of differing social status. (PG-13)


Beauty and the Beast: This Disney romance appeals to viewers of all ages, and shows that love is in the heart, not in appearance. (G)

Edward Scissorhands: A boy built with scissors for hands falls for a girl in this unlikely romance. (PG-13)

The Princess Bride: A comical look at a classic fairy tale with giants, swords, and even a princess. (PG)

Slumdog Millionaire: Jamal Malik, a boy from Mumbai, competes in a game show. His life unfolds as questions relate to his past and the girl he loved. (R)

The Town: A longtime bank robber finds himself dealing with his romantic feelings toward a bank manager involved in one of his heists. (R)

A Walk to Remember: Two teenagers in North Carolina meet and develop an improbable bond. (PG)

Gladiator: An emperor’s dishonest son betrays a Roman general by killing his family. The general refuses to let his wife’s death go unnoticed. (R)