Falling in Love at the Movies

Falling in Love at the Movies

Romantic comedies have had an incredible influence on popular culture, shaping everything about how we think of relationships to fashion. Often swept aside in film history, these movies are thought of as pure comfort viewing. Although they certainly provide those fuzzy feelings, they have also had a significant artistic influence and cultural impact. Falling in Love at the Movies explores the impact and legacy of one of the film’s most beloved genres: the rom-com.
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The Man with a Cloak(1951)

A mystery man tries to help a young innocent escape a murderous housekeeper.

Jeopardy(1953)

A woman desperately seeks help to prevent her trapped husband from drowning.

Cry Wolf(1947)

A woman uncovers deadly secrets when she visits her late husband's family.

Witness to Murder(1954)

A woman fights to convince the police that she witnessed a murder.

Double Indemnity(1944)

An insurance salesman gets seduced into plotting a client's death.

The Actress(1953)

True story of Ruth Gordon's early struggles on the road to stage stardom.