Curling up on the couch with a good movie is everyone's favourite hobby. However, before the 'movie-watching' actually happens, there is a dilemma we all end up facing; i.e. which movie should we watch?
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Curling up on the couch with a good movie is everyone's favourite hobby. However, before the 'movie-watching' actually happens, there is a dilemma we all end up facing; i.e. which movie should we watch? Confusing right? Well, fret not this week You! has found a solution to your 'movie problem' and brings you the top five love stories of 2016 that are bound to leave you amazed...
Me before You
The movie directed by Thea Sharrock is an adaptation of a novel of the same name, written by Jojo Moyes. The story starts off with the young and quirky Louisa 'Lou' Clark (Emilia Clarke), being fired from her job because she is just 'too nice'. However, staying unemployed is not an option as she needs to earn in order to help her family make ends meet. The circumstances in Louisa's life are a downer, but she never gets disheartened and has an infectious cheerful attitude.
However, things change for a bit when she gets employed as a caregiver for a paralyzed wealthy young banker Will Traynor (Sam Claflin). At first, he reacts coldly towards her but with time, Will's cynical outlook starts to change. As their bond deepens, they become more than friends. The film takes a twist when Louisa learns that Will is sick of his paralysed life and has given his parents six months before they bring him to Switzerland for euthanasia. After hearing the truth Louisa secretly makes it her mission to change his mind and show him that life is worth living. Will her efforts work? Well, you will have to watch the movie to find out.
Love & Friendship
Based on Jane Austen's epic novel 'Lady Susan' written in 1794, 'Love & Friendship' is a romantic comedy that is a must watch. Written and directed by Whit Stillman, the film stars Kate Beckinsale, Chloë Sevigny, Xavier Samuel, and Stephen Fry. The movie is set in 1790 and follows the exploits of a clever and calculating Lady Susan, as she pursues the wealthy Sir James for marriage. The catch here is that she is widowed and has a daughter who is also of a marriageable age. Sir James offers his hand in marriage for Susan's daughter Frederica. However, Susan has other plans and decides to keep Sir James to herself. Soon enough, her plots and tricks work and Sir James agrees to marry her. Her daughter on the other hand, falls in love with Reginald DeCourcy. The mother and daughter both are able to get married to well settled husbands and are all set to lead happy lives till there is a twist in the plot in the form of Susan's pregnancy. Without a doubt, this movie is a wonderfully crafted story that will charm Austen fans with its wit and sparkling wordplay.
Cafe Society
This movie created much hype and managed to grab a lot of attention even before its release due to its talented cast. The actors include Blake Lively, Kristen Stewart and last but not least Jesse Eissberg. Apart from the cast, the main appeal of the movie lies in the fact that it is written and directed by the award winner, Woody Allen. Cafe Society is an American romantic comedy-drama film that is set in the 1930s and manages to depict the time frame perfectly. Looking for an exciting career, young Bobby Dorfman leaves New York for the glitz and glamour of Hollywood. He then moves to Los Angeles and falls in love with his uncle's (as well as talent agent) mistress Vonnie. Initially settling for friendship but ultimately heartbroken, Bobby returns to the Bronx and begins working in a nightclub. Everything falls into place when he finds romance with another girl who is a beautiful socialite and things continue to go smoothly until Vonnie walks back into his life and captures his heart once again. Romantic, bittersweet and funny, the movie turns Hollywood inside out by showcasing all that is shallow in the world of glamour.
The Light between Oceans
The movie is a romantic period drama film written and directed by Derek Cianfrance. It is based on the 2012 popular novel of the same name by M. L. Stedman. The film stars Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander, Rachel Weisz, Bryan Brown and Jack Thompson have done a wonderful job in portraying all the emotions required for their roles.
The story is about a World War I veteran, Tom, who maintains a lighthouse off the shore of Australia with his wife Isabel. Even though the couple is happy together, there's something missing in their life. The couple is yet to conceive and Isabel becomes a woman desperate to have a baby. However, her prayers are answered when an infant washes up on shore in a rowboat. Tom thinks they should notify the authorities, but ultimately gives in to Isabel's wish and they keep the girl. Unfortunately, fate has something else in store and a few years later, the couple ends up meeting the child's biological mother. Now, Tom and Isabel must make a decision that will forever affect the lives of the four people involved.
'The Light between Oceans' is a heart-breaking drama about fate, love, moral dilemmas and the lengths to which one couple will go to make their dreams materialize. However, the romance and love between the couple is something that can give hope to the viewers.
Southside with You
'Southside with You' is different from any other movie in the list. Why, you ask? It's because the movie is based on a real incident from the lives of Barrack and Michelle Obama. The hype of 'who' the movie was based on managed to attract many to the theatre; however, the success solely lies on the impeccable script and direction. The film written and directed by Richard Tanne, stars Parker Sawyers and Tika Sumpter as a young Barack Obama and Michelle Robinson, and focuses on the couple's first date on an evening in 1989. The story line revolves around Obama trying to win the heart of a young lawyer, Michelle. 'Southside with You' looks back on a fateful date with strong performances and engaging dialogue. Relatable and simple, the movie is perfect for anyone who wants to watch an intelligent flick.
