20+ Must-See Romantic Comedy Films of All Time

Published on 05/24/2023
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13 Going On 30

There are countless classic incidents and references in 13 Going on 30. From the phrase “thirty, flirty, and thriving,” to Jenna’s rainbow attire at her magazine’s party, to the Thriller dance mob, to the fake Razzles Jenna and Matty share, there isn’t a single scene in this film that hasn’t become famous. This film explores what happens when Jenna Rink (Christa B. Allen), a 13-year-old girl, abruptly wakes up 30 years old (now portrayed by Jennifer Garner), having accomplished all she thought she wanted out of life.

13 Going On 30

13 Going On 30

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10 Things I Hate About You

10 Things I Hate About You is the perfect romantic comedy for anyone who wants to relive their tumultuous youth. While based on Shakespeare’s play “The Taming of the Shrew,” this film tackles romance in a much more gentle manner toward women, and it does not end with its female protagonists appearing subdued by their husbands’ manipulation and violence. Instead, this film follows Kat Stratford (Julia Stiles), a student with strong anti-patriarchal beliefs, and her sister Bianca (Larisa Oleynik), who feels humiliated by Kat’s notoriety and aspires to be viewed as a classically feminine, popular high school girl. Bianca persuades Cameron (Joseph Gordon-Levitt), a kid who has a tremendous crush on her, to pay the school’s bad boy to take her out and encourage her to attend prom as well.

10 Things I Hate About You

10 Things I Hate About You

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