When it comes to romance films, most tend to look towards the comfort of sweet-loving rom-coms.
They’re funny, they’re charming, and they’re undoubtedly wholesome.
But what about those that harbor a little darkness?
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What aboutthe R-Rated risque flickswith adult themes?
Indeed, they have the freedom to explore its true messiness and complexities.
And one period that’s done this well is the 2010s.
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Plus, who doesn’t love a good bit of British humor?
He soon meets grad-student, Emily (Zoe Kazan), and the two fall in love.
Unfortunately, their relationship is put to the test thanks to the struggles of their cultural clash.
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Indeed, sometimes it’s ok to slow down and observe the mundanities of life.
He soon meets Oliver (Armie Hammer), a doctorate student working as an intern for his father.
As time goes on, the two develop a timid friendship that eventually becomes intimate and filled with desire.
The Spectacular Nowhas cemented itself as one of the greatest coming-of-age films.
As a realistic portrayal of young love, it perfectly balances the relationship’s awkwardness with its beauty.
The two strike an attraction and, against all odds, embark on a forbidden affair.
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However, things get complicated when Carol’s estranged husband finds out about the relationship.
Based onPatricia Highsmith’s groundbreaking novel,Carolis a masterclass in subtle storytelling.
And yet everything is elevated as it’s built on the foundations of Blanchett and Mara’s electrifying chemistry.
The two become each other’s inspiration as Jackson coaxes Ally to follow her dreams.
Unbeknownst to her, Sook-Hee is secretly working with a conman to swindle her fortune.
But plans soon go awry as Sook-Hee begins to develop feelings for her target.
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Of course, this isn’t exactly surprising, given that this comes fromthe brilliant mind ofPark Chan-wook.
What a tragedy that it never found its way to the Oscar scene.
However, he soon learns that meddling with time can lead to unintended, yet serious, consequences.
But with only a limited time together, their growing attraction and intimacy complicates the task at hand.
It’s such a shamethis never got the Oscar attention it deserved.
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