Love is in the air. Here is what we can learn from our favorite rom-com.
I am a sucker for a good romantic comedy. What I enjoy about this popular combination of genres is that there are so many different approaches to one of the most complex and hard-to-define feelings that we all long for.
While we enjoy watching rom-coms for the smartly written stories, charming character moments, and cliches that we will let slide (just this one time), it is just fun to make these genre films.
Filmmakers may enjoy making romantic comedies for a variety of reasons, including the opportunity to tell heartwarming stories, explore universal themes of love and human connection, and provide an escape from reality for their audience. Romantic comedies also offer filmmakers the chance to work with talented actors and experiment with different storytelling techniques. Additionally, successful romantic comedies can be financially lucrative, which can be a motivating factor for filmmakers looking to make a profitable film.
There are many lessons that directors are interested in creating a rom-com, so let’s break them down.
Author: Alyssa Miller
This article comes from No Film School and can be read on the original site.
