Legendary romances: The classics of then are so good today!

Legendary romances: The classics of then are so good today!

In the colorful world of romantic comedies, there are some real pearls that still make a smile after decades. The latest lists show which Rome coms in recent years are not only remembered, but are now even considered a classic. Especially the year 2025 reminded us again how deeply rooted this genre is in film culture.

A prime example is the film "10 things I hate you" from 1999. Everything fits here: Julia Stiles, Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Heath Ledger won the viewer for themselves in no time. The plot is about Patrick Verona, who tries to seduce Kat, even though she initially shows little interest. Positive aspects of the film are the respectful treatment of the boundaries of Kat and of course the acting brilliance of Ledger, whose later fame cannot be overlooked as a joker in the Batman universe. Full of fun and heart, this film is still in a good mood in 2025 and can be found on Disney+. [NP-COBURG] (https://www.np-coburg.de/inhalt.35-jahre-pretty-woman-legendaere-Filmes-Films- Gut-Sie-Gealtert.e1527F-FCF9- FCF0-Adec-adec-adec-adec-a5574c34.html) notes that these types of entertainment names often offer more than just superficial love stories.

The classics among the Rome coms

Whoever is a fan of Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks cannot avoid “sleepless in Seattle” from 1993. The film tells the touching story of Jonah, a little boy who is looking for a new companion for his grieving father Sam via a radio show. The link from humor and emotional weight is still remarkable today. If you want to see this film, you can find it on Magenta TV.

Another highlight is "How do I get rid of it - in 10 days?", An entertaining comedy with Kate Hudson and Matthew McConaughey. Here the paths of two protagonists cross on a competition that not only leads to escalating misunderstandings, but also certainly generates some laughs. However, the film is also criticized for its outdated gender roles. There is a look at Disney+.

The film "Notting Hill", in which Hugh Grant and Julia Roberts play the leading roles, mixes romance with a good dash of joke. Grant as a shy bookseller who takes a crush on a world star offers not only some of the strangeest dialogues, but also the legendary quote: "Don't forget, I am also just a girl who stands in front of a boy and asks him to love it." An absolute must for ROM com fans, available on Prime Video.

The Rome Com phenomenon

romantic comedies, which are often also lovingly called "Chick Flicks", have had a permanent place in our hearts since the 1980s. According to the Filmlexikon , the films are characterized by the presentation of romantic relationships with humorous and strange involvement. A central feature is the "happy ending", which is contrasting to melodramas.

A large part of today's viewers estimates the simple but profound stories of these films, which often rely on a catchy mix of humor and heart. At a time when it is experimented with large blockbusters and new ideas, it is striking that the Rome coms of the 90s are still impressed and often regarded as a nostalgic escape.

It remains exciting to see how the genre will develop and whether new works can capture the magic of these timeless classics. Because one thing is certain: romantic comedies are not only entertainment, but also a reflection of society and its relationships - that will remain so in the next few decades!

In the flood of new films, it is often overlooked how difficult it is to master the art of Rome Com. As the article on The Cut , the production of really good romantic comedies is a challenge. But when it succeeds, films come out, survive the generations and still laugh and cry today.