Valentine’s Day Special: Favorite Romantic Comedies


For me Nora Ephron leads the pack for modern films and Audrey Hepburn stars in some of the best “oldies.”

  1. You’ve Got Mail with Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan. As a book lover the loss of the book store adds poignancy.
  2. Sabrina with Audrey Hepburn, William Holden and Humphrey Bogart. A perfect Cinderella story.
  3. When Harry Met Sally with Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal. Just perfect. I loved the scenes with the older couples.
  4. Notting Hill, with Julia Roberts and Hugh Grant.
  5. My Fair Lady, a musical based on Shaw’s Pigmailion, starring Audrey Hepburn and Harrison
  6. Roman Holiday, Audrey’s break out film with Gregory Peck.
  7. French Kiss, with Meg Ryan and Kevin Kline, you get to see France and Ryan. The film’s not terrific but the setting and Ryan make it worthwhile.
  8. Annie Hall, a Woody Allen classic, starring Diane Keaton. Sometimes moving on is the happy ending.
  9. Something’s Gotta Give, Diane Keaton and Jack Nicholson show that even those over 35 can find new love.
  10. Philadelphia Story with Katharine Hepburn, Jimmy Stewart and Cary Grant.

I’m sure next week, I’d change up this list. What would you recommend.

I admit I like any romantic comedy with a smart heroine.

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4 Comments (+add yours?)

  1. Paul S
    Feb 15, 2013 @ 08:42:02

    I’d recommend One Fine Day.
    I love the chemistry between George Clooney and Michelle Pfeiffer in that one!

    Reply

  2. coastalcrone
    Feb 15, 2013 @ 09:22:55

    What a clever way to commemorate Valentine’s Day! I would pick “Something’s Got to Give” and “Sabrina Fair.” Good post!

    Reply

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