Images courtesy of Universal Pictures A lot of people are saying that rom-coms are dead, but I don’t think that’s the case, as it’s still quite popular on streaming platforms. When it comes to theatrical releases, though, romantic comedies make up less than 1% of what Hollywood puts out each year, so it’s clear that …
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FlixChatter Review: Netflix’s Voicemails for Isabelle (2026)—Love in the time of loss: Zoey Deutch balances grief and romance
Netflix rom-coms don’t have a good track record, so I was a bit skeptical about this one. However, after a few friends said it was pretty good, my curiosity got the better of me. The blind-connection premise immediately reminds me of Nora Ephron’s You’ve Got Mail, one of my favorite rom-coms ever. So I appreciate …
FlixChatter Review: You, Me & Tuscany (2026)—A frothy escapist rom-com set in a swoon-worthy, picturesque Italian hilltown
In my review of Anaconda recently, I said that not every movie aims for greatness or being award-worthy. Sometimes it just wants to have a frothy good time without breaking new ground. Well, that seems to be what You, Me & Tuscany aims for and makes us swoon for either the cast or the stunning …
FlixChatter Review: SOLO MIO (2026) – Kevin James wears his heart on his sleeve in this cute rom-com set in Rome
As per tradition, a ton of romance films come out on Valentine’s Day every year. I haven’t had the chance to check out Wuthering Heights yet, but since it’s been a pretty chilly Winter here, I chose the beautiful and sunny Rome over the dreary, windy, rugged moors of Yorkshire. This isn’t Kevin James’s first …
FlixChatter Review: A Family Affair (2024)–this Netflix age-gap rom-com is in dire need of a facelift
I have a love-hate relationship with rom-coms. It’s not my go-to genre (unless it’s written/directed by Nora Ephron or Richard Curtis) because I think it’s really tough to write for this genre without succumbing to clichés. The pairing of Nicole Kidman and Zac Efron piqued my curiosity, though they apparently had played lovers on screen before …
Guest Post: Rom-com ‘Anyone But You’ Continues to Sell Tickets and Win Hearts
Post by Laura Graham In the ever-evolving landscape of cinema, specific genres seem to ebb and flow in popularity, but one genre that continues to captivate audiences worldwide is romantic comedy. Despite the rise of blockbuster franchises and high-concept action films, rom-coms remain a beloved staple of the movie industry, offering audiences a delightful escape …
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TICKET TO PARADISE (2022) Review – frothy, frivolous fun but devoid of substance
October is generally popular for dark thrillers/horror or prestige dramas as award season is upon us once more. So seeing a rom-com set in the sunny tropical paradise of Bali is definitely a breath of fresh air. Starring movie star duo Julia Roberts and George Clooney, reuniting for the fifth time since Money Monster in 2016. …
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