Most are happy endings

 Handsome lead gentleman

Remind you of exactly why falling in love is so great even throw if has its ups and downs...

Laugh also that feeling of excitement

Romantic comedy films are films with light-hearted, humorous plotlines, centred on romantic ideals such as a true love able to defeat most obstacles.

Romantic comedy films are a sub-genre* of comedy films as well as of romance films.

*One of several categories within a particular genre.

*One of several categories within a particular genre.

It is also known as “romcom” The purpose is particularly aimed at a female audience. They explore ideas of gender, relationships, sexuality and status.

A basic plot for a romantic comedy is :

Two protagonists (usually man & women )

Meet (argument or other obstacle)

Become•involved at first•romantically involved •often separate or seek time apart

Mise én scene: set in big, well-known city EG: London or New York Sound:  romantic flow to help emphasise mood, atmosphere of scene, giving tension.

Camera:  close ups to show character's emotions and facial expression

Other Characters: introduced to the best friends, and maybe some family members

Argument or Disagreement

• Jokes will be gentle

• Work play ( flirting )

• Dialog

• Dramatic issues that revolve around romance

• Solid story foundation

What makes a

Romantic Comedy Movie

What makes a

Romantic Comedy Movie

96 min

The Ugly Truth is a 2009 American romantic comedy

Starring Katherine Heigl and Gerard Butler.

Produced by Lakeshore Entertainment for Columbia Pictures .  

A romantically challenged morning show producer is reluctantly embroiled in a series of outrageous tests by her chauvinistic correspondent to prove his theories on relationships and help her find love. His clever ploys, however, lead to an unexpected result.

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