February 1, 2024
For those of you who have loved and not been loved in return, here are 8 movies about unrequited love where love is not openly reciprocated or understood as such by the beloved. So grab a box of tissues and make sure your comfort food is within reach, for these tales are sure to stir the soul and perhaps even echo your own untold stories.
An unconventional tale of love and obsession, The First Time I Saw You twists the ingrained concepts of love at first sight and attentive adoration. A young man, smitten by a seemingly ordinary woman, finds himself plunged into the depths of infatuation, following her every move in an uncanny display of silent admiration. In an homage to the silent film era, dialogue is traded for raw emotion and clear storytelling, allowing the audience to feel the complex intensity of unrequited love. However, things take a startling turn when he discovers a secret about her.
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Modern storytelling meets Shakespearean villainy in Hang Up! In this chilling narrative, an inadvertent butt dial exposes an unsuspecting husband to some disturbing thoughts and plans of his otherwise loving wife. Recalling some of Shakespeare’s most infamous villains like Macbeth, the movie walks us through a series of treacherous dialogues that are sufficient to make anyone’s hair stand on end.
Standing where unfulfilled yearnings and unreciprocated emotions converge, is ‘She’s Out of His Mind’. On the eve of his old flame’s wedding, Roland Hayes, the heartbroken hero, finds himself visited by the specter of love itself, embodied in every woman he has loved but lost. Laughter and sorrow exist side by side in this surreal exploration of Roland’s past/present relationships.
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Get to the heart of desire with this smartly snarky, poignant film about the complications of love. Four couples gather for a typical L.A. dinner party, which quickly takes an unexpected detour when they decide to play the unpredictable game ‘Seven Minutes in Heaven.’ Careful, for this heartfelt film exposes the fact that sometimes what you lust for is not what, or who, you expected.
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A unique pick in our list of best movies about unrequited love, Christmas Crime Story is an explosive narrative revolving around a botched Christmas Eve robbery that intertwines the lives of a police officer, a photographer, a murderous fiancée, her secret lover, and a strung-out mall Santa. As the night unfolds, so do their intertwined relationships, their secrets, and their longings for love unrequited.
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Set against the backdrop of the charming Big Apple at Christmas, “A Night in New York” takes us on a journey through love in all its forms, but most poignantly, the sheer complexities and heartache of unrequited affections. As several guests staying in an upscale Manhattan hotel navigate the maze of their feelings, they come face to face with the trials and tribulations of love that’s not returned or understood.
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This movie narrates a tangled-web of unrequited love amongst a group of tight-knit college friends who cross paths again after their NYU days, at a weekend wedding in Georgia. The reunion stirs old memories, awakens dormant affections, and quickly complicates matters of the heart.
Still harbouring feelings for his college crush, our protagonist tries to win her love with his “totally awesome” camera skills, hoping that his talent can be his ticket to her heart. How does it feel to press pause on your life, waiting for a love that may never be returned? This movie unfolds the answer with a delicate balance of heartache and 80’s charm.
Sexo y Tortillas stands as a groundbreaking cinematic work that has shattered boundaries. Director Priscilla Alvarez crafted a daring film that deals with a theme largely neglected by the film industry – the crucial importance of embracing female sexuality. We had the privilege of speaking with Priscilla, who shared insights into the creation of this […]
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The film Rock, Paper, Scissors takes a common childhood game and twists it into a darker tale. This thriller directed by Doug Bollinger follows a couple who enact revenge on their enemies, testing the boundaries of their relationship. We sat down with Bollinger to discuss the inspiration behind the film’s title and his process for […]
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The age of physical media rentals has come to an end, replaced by the convenience of digital streaming. While this new era may be more accessible, there was a certain magic to visiting a brick-and-mortar movie rental store that is now lost. Filmmaker Chad Campbell has managed to capture the nostalgia and sense of mourning […]
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Black Mirror isn’t the only story taking a hard look at how technology is messing with society. Filmmaker Fernando Tosetti is also examining our relationship to technology with his short film, ‘The Blue Room’. Despite working with little resources, he manages to create an engrossing story that delivers an eerily relevant message in under 12 […]
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Superman has been a career-defining role for many actors, dating back to Christopher Reeve’s iconic portrayal. Now, David Corenswet steps into the cape as the latest actor to embody the Man of Steel. But wait, who’s this David guy? Where on Earth (or beyond) did he come from? Get ready because we’re about to take […]
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Are you in the mood for a chillingly good time but not quite ready to dive under the covers at the slightest creak of a floorboard? Then you’re in luck! Our carefully curated selection keeps the thrill without sending the chills down your spine. Prepare to enter the realm of suspense and psychological twists with […]
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Phantom of the Opera meets K-pop? Now that’s a mash-up we didn’t know we needed! “Phantom: The Musical” is coming onto the scene, giving the classic tale a fresh story. This adaptation combines the opera with cinematic elements to create a distinct experience. To better understand this unique production, we reached out to Eddie Aronoff, […]
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In the heart of Los Angeles, where cultures collide and dreams are forged, a young Asian American director is leaving an indelible mark on the cinematic landscape. Hon Hoang, a Vietnamese American artist armed with a psychology degree from UCLA, wields his camera like a poet’s pen, capturing the profound depths of the human experience […]
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Family has a lot of different meanings. It can transcend blood and forge a bond through commitment along with choice. Kenneth R. Frank, a writer and director, delves into this profound concept through his feature film, Family Obligations. With a desire to explore the intricacies of familial obligations, he invites us on a journey of […]
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Oh man, remember that little dude from Life of Pi? The one stranded on that lifeboat with the tiger? Well, let me tell you, that kid is all grown up now and still as talented (if not more!) as he was then. Suraj Sharma, the former child star, is now in his 30s. Let’s catch […]
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