At times, romantic movies seem to only consist of repeated formulas, endless clichés and worn out storylines. So it is about time to look at romantic films that offer something different. A storyteller breaking new ground with a unique point of view or by telling their story in a way nobody has done before.
A well-written screenplay is the start of any great film, and the romantic genre reveals, perhaps most evidently, when it works and when it does not. This is a closer look at some truly original films, meaning no adaptations.
There are many great titles that did not make this list. But the ones that did are unforgettable as they offer a breath of fresh air from celebrated screenwriters, and elevate both the genre as well as the filmed medium in general. Without further ado, here is – in chronological order – a selection of the most original romantic films ever made.
