Romantic Comedy Movies

Romantic comedies too often get a bad rap, especially among male viewers. Sure, there are some films with this label whose cheesy dialogue and lack of realism make them almost unwatchable, but there are plenty of clunkers that can be found in any film genre. Still, there are others that come along to remind us why we enjoy the movies: the naïve vulnerability, the sincere humanity, and the brief escape from reality. So much of human nature is captured within the frames of these films, yet they are often overlooked in favour of more gripping dramas or unadulterated slapstick amusement. As romantic comedies ride the line between the two genres, they offer a more realistic view of existence – even at their most outrageous. In an attempt to step on as few toes as possible, this list is ordered chronologically rather than in order of importance.