Dinner and a movie: The “oldie but goodie” classic way to celebrate February 14th with those you love. Finding a quality place to eat is usually a pretty easy affair. However, searching for the perfect movie match to those you’re going out with can put an unwanted strain on your Valentine’s Day. That’s where I come in! Read on to find the movie compatible with your V-Day ensemble.
What to see with your boyfriend or date
This Means War is a rom-com that both you and your guy will fall head over heels for. Starring Reese Witherspoon, Chris Pine, and Tom Hardy, this film is about two CIA operatives and best friends who unknowingly fall in love with the same woman. They eventually discover this misfortune and then use their operative skills to fight each other in attempts to win her love. Your man will love the action and comedy parts of this movie, while you’ll enjoy its romantic aspects. It’s a match made in heaven.
What to see with your best friends
Pick The Vow, hands down. Starring Rachel McAdams and Channing Tatum, The Vow, is the story of a woman who suffers from memory loss after a car accident and is unable to remember her husband. As a result, he must fight to make her fall in love with him all over again. Two words describe why this is the perfect movie to see with your BFFs: Channing Tatum. There’s truly nothing like sobbing hysterically while drooling over a hot, romantic character with your best friends (cue The Notebook flashbacks). Plus, your girls will definitely appreciate the romance in this film way more than the average boyfriend ever could. I mean, they call it a “chick-flick” for a reason.
What to see with your guy friend
Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close is a drama centering on a child, Oskar, who lost his father in the tragedies that unfolded on September 11, 2001.
One year following his father’s death, Oskar sets out on an adventure through New York City in search of a final message from his father; a message he believes is tied to a key that once belonged to his father. Starring Tom Hanks and Sandra Bullock, Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close is a story that is sure to engross any viewer. And since it’s not a love story, this prevents any chance that your guy pal will misunderstand your intentions.
What to see with family members
Definitely opt for Hugo if you’re spending Valentine’s Day with your family. Set in the 1930’s, this film focuses on a twelve-year-old orphan named Hugo who lives in the walls of a train station. Eventually, he befriends a girl named Isabelle, and together they work to fix a robot that Hugo believes contains a secret message from his deceased father.
Nominated for eleven Academy Awards, this is the film that’s sure to be a hit with any member of your family.
What to see if you loathe V-Day
What better way to forget the cuteness and other mushy attributes of February 14th than to be scared silly! Grab your fellow V-Day haters and go see The Woman in Black. This horror story focuses on a town being haunted by a ruthless ghost. Also, it doesn’t hurt that this movie stars Daniel Radcliffe. Staring at him for ninety-five minutes will surely erase all of your Valentine woes.
Also, since Valentine’s Day falls on a Tuesday, consider going to the Southside Works Cinema. Every Tuesday they give out free popcorn with the purchase of a movie ticket!