It’s that time of year when love is in the air, and this Valentine’s Day, February 14, you can extend the celebration throughout the weekend. While many have already made reservations for romantic dinners and events, some prefer enjoying a cozy Valentine’s Day at home with a great movie. Look no further, The New Times has compiled a list of perfect films to enjoy with your loved ones. ALSO READ: Valentine’s Day in Kigali: Top events to celebrate love and connection Here’s the lineup: Me before you Starring Emilia Clarke, best known as the ‘Queen of Dragons,’ alongside Sam Claflin, this is a romantic film about Louisa, a cheerful young woman who becomes a caregiver for Will, a paralysed banker. Despite his bitterness, her positivity gradually changes his outlook on life, leading to an emotional and life-changing bond between them. 10 Things I Hate About You This is that film you can watch repeatedly. It is a drama about Kat, a smart and tough girl who isn’t interested in dating. Her younger sister, Bianca, is forbidden from dating unless Kat does, so a plan is set to find Kat a boyfriend and that’s where Patrick, a charming new guy comes in. Leap Year Anna travels to Ireland to propose to her boyfriend on February 29, following an old Celtic tradition. However, things go wrong, and she ends up stranded with Declan, a grumpy but charming Irishman. Along the way, unexpected adventures lead her to question what true love really means. Poetic Justice Starring Tupac Shakur and Janet Jackson. This movie tells the story of Justice, a hairstylist who writes poetry to cope with the loss of her boyfriend. When her car breaks down, she joins her friend Iesha and her boyfriend on a road trip, along with Lucky, a postal worker. Despite their initial clash, Justice and Lucky begin to connect. 50 First Dates This is a romantic comedy about Henry, who falls for Lucy, a woman with short-term memory loss. Since she forgets everything from the day before, Henry must win her heart over and over again. With the support of her protective family and friends, he proves that true love is worth the effort every single day. How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days An advice columnist Andie, who writes an article on how to get a man to leave in 10 days, targets executive Ben, who believes he can make any woman fall for him at the same time. When their plans clash, they find themselves in a funny and unexpected situation. The Photograph It follows Mae, the daughter of renowned photographer Christina Eames, who is left with unanswered questions after her mother's sudden death. While exploring her mother's past, Mae uncovers a photograph that leads her to a journey of discovery and an unexpected romance with a rising journalist. Someone Great This is a comedy-drama about a music journalist who, after being dumped by her long-term boyfriend, teams up with her two best friends for one final wild adventure in New York City before moving to San Francisco.
