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Love for Lucy Runs Deep in “50 First Dates”

Christine Bardos, Santa Clara University

For the characters in the beloved 2000s rom-com, nothing can get in the way of their love for Lucy. Not even her damaged temporal lobe.…

January 31, 2024

These Rom-Coms Will Get You Warmed Up For Christmas

Beatriz Barros Felice, California State University, Northridge

Nothing Better Than a Good Christmas Romantic Comedy to Celebrate the Holidays– Here Are Our Favorites!…

December 23, 2023

For an article on the history of the bob hairstyle, a magazine is open on an image of a women with an outline across her head that indicates hair. An offscreen figure points to the opposite page, where a blonde cutout bob hairstyle is present.

Bobbing for Compliments: The Haircut of the Fall

Sophie Serage, University of Massachusetts, Boston

Maybe she was born with it, maybe it’s her haircut.…

November 10, 2023

In an article covering "10 Things I Hate About You," main characters Kat and Patrick stand in front of a sparkly orange gradient.

‘10 Things I Hate About You’ Is a Staple Rom Com

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

Romance fans continue to adore this '90s film.…

July 24, 2023

The Evolution of the Modern Rom-Com

Valentina Palomino, SUNY Old Westbury

Everyone knows the genre peaked in the early 2000s, but will it ever be able to return to its former glory? …

November 22, 2022

A drawing of 'bros' shows two men holding hands

‘Bros’ Will Have You Laughing Harder Than You Have in Years!

Olivia Moosey, DePaul University

Billy Eichner’s new gay rom-com just came out in theaters. It’s the best movie of the 21st century and a must-watch!…

October 19, 2022

‘Marry Me’ Is the Perfect Amount of Corny Without Being Too Much

Asiya Robinson, Rowan University

Although its plot is far-fetched and at times over-the-top, the film contains critical moments that will make your heart smile.…

March 4, 2022

‘Sex and the City’ Revival Is Planning To Combine Old Favorites With New Faces

Tori Walz, Eastern Michigan University

The vague announcement of ‘And Just Like That’ has fans wondering what to expect from a reboot of their favorite late '90s, early 2000s rom-com.…

December 2, 2021

An illustration of Joey King and Jacob Eldori in 'The Kissing Booth'

‘The Kissing Booth’ Franchise Isn’t Just Bad, It’s Dangerous

Darby Williams, University of Michigan

Netflix has released three of these movies to relative popular success, but many critics would argue that none of them should have been made at all.…

August 30, 2021

Fans Are Mad Abby and Riley Don’t End Up Together in ‘Happiest Season’

Katherine Bry, Washington University

Even if you haven’t seen the film, you probably know at least one thing about it: Aubrey Plaza is in it.…

December 11, 2020

‘The New Romantic’ Brings Sugar Baby-ing into the Spotlight

Madalyn Watson, Baylor University

What does this independent, romantic comedy say about millennials’ attitude towards sex and romance?…

June 24, 2019

Netflix’s ‘Set It Up’ Is a Predictable but Funny Step Toward Rom-Com Diversity

Abby Hall, Hollins University

Because everyone should be able to fall hilariously in love.…

June 26, 2018

4 Reasons Why ‘The Mindy Project’ Is a Rom-Com for the Real World

Carli Scalf, Ball State University

The show might have finished its final season, but Mindy Lahiri's Hulu masterpiece has broken the romantic-comedy mold for good.…

November 27, 2017

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