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Got a whole bunch of moods? Don\u2019t worry, we\u2019ve got tons of movie marathon ideas for you!<\/p>\n
Say you\u2019re not into glitzy New Year parties\u2014no problem! Why not kick off the new year with an epic movie marathon? Grab your favorite snacks, throw on your comfiest pajamas, and settle in for a cozy night that will bring in a fresh new year.<\/p>\n
Here are my top picks for 20 incredible, binge-worthy movie marathons to welcome 2020, each with a sprinkle of romance.<\/p>\n
1. In Memoriam Menu
\n2019 saw us lose many beloved actors. Pay tribute to them by watching some of their best work:<\/p>\n
– Starter: Pillow Talk (1959, 102 minutes) \u2013 Enjoy Doris Day and Rock Hudson in this classic rom-com filled with wit.
\n– Main: Two for the Road (1967, 111 minutes) \u2013 Watch Albert Finney and Audrey Hepburn navigate a strained marriage.
\n– Side: Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1992, 86 minutes) \u2013 See where it all began with this early Luke Perry film.
\n– Dessert: Ladyhawke (1985, 121 minutes) \u2013 Relish Rutger Hauer and Michelle Pfeiffer in this fairy tale full of love and curses.<\/p>\n
Total time: 420 minutes.<\/p>\n
2. A Dinner of Drews
\nDrew Barrymore has been a constant in our lives since childhood. Celebrate her career with these gems:<\/p>\n
– Starter: E.T. (1982, 114 minutes) \u2013 Watch a young Drew steal the show in this heartwarming alien tale.
\n– Main: Ever After (1998, 121 minutes) \u2013 A modern take on Cinderella that\u2019s perfect for romantics.
\n– Dessert: Never Been Kissed (1999, 107 minutes) \u2013 Laugh your way through Drew\u2019s journey as a journalist returning to high school.<\/p>\n
Total time: 317 minutes.<\/p>\n
3. Victoria\u2019s Victuals
\nLove the royal drama? Spend your night with Queen Victoria\u2019s life stories:<\/p>\n
– Starter: The Young Victoria (2009, 105 minutes) \u2013 Enjoy this film about Victoria\u2019s early reign and romance.
\n– Main: Mrs. Brown (1997, 103 minutes) \u2013 Watch a grieving queen find solace in an unexpected friendship.
\n– Dessert: Victoria & Abdul (2017, 111 minutes) \u2013 Wrap up with this touching story of an unlikely friendship in her later years.<\/p>\n
Total time: 319 minutes.<\/p>\n
4. Guilty Twilight Pleasures
\nAdmit it, you love the Twilight saga. Dive into this supernatural romance:<\/p>\n
– Starter: Twilight (2008, 121 minutes) \u2013 The beginning of Bella and Edward\u2019s love story.
\n– Main: New Moon (2009, 130 minutes) \u2013 The complications of love and a new supernatural contender.
\n– Side: Eclipse (2010, 123 minutes) \u2013 Love triangles and lasting consequences.
\n– Dessert: Breaking Dawn \u2013 Part One (2011, 117 minutes) \u2013 Love culminates in marriage and a surprising pregnancy.
\n– Afters: Breaking Dawn \u2013 Part Two (2012, 115 minutes) \u2013 The final showdown and transformation.<\/p>\n
Total time: 606 minutes.<\/p>\n
5. Nighy Nibbles
\nIf you\u2019re a Bill Nighy fan, enjoy his supporting roles in these romantic flicks:<\/p>\n
– Starter: About Time (2013, 123 minutes) \u2013 Bill Nighy as a dad with a time-travel twist.
\n– Main: The Bookshop (2017, 117 minutes) \u2013 A quiet, charming role in this tale of village life.
\n– Dessert: The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2011, 124 minutes) \u2013 Romance and adventure in India.
\n– Afters: The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2015, 122 minutes) \u2013 Continuing the story with even more vibrancy.<\/p>\n
Total time: 486 minutes.<\/p>\n
6. Fast Food for Romantics on the Go<\/p>\n
Road trips make for perfect romantic settings:<\/p>\n
– Starter: The African Queen (1951, 105 minutes) \u2013 An unlikely duo braves rapids and romance.
\n– Main: Letters to Juliet (2010, 105 minutes) \u2013 A journey through Italy that blossoms into love.
\n– Side: It Happened One Night (1934, 105 minutes) \u2013 An heiress and a journalist find love on the road.
\n– Dessert: Leap Year (2010, 100 minutes) \u2013 A comedic trek through Ireland leads to unexpected love.<\/p>\n
Total time: 415 minutes.<\/p>\n
7. War Rations
\nLove stories set against the backdrop of war:<\/p>\n
– Starter: The Last of the Mohicans (1992, 112 minutes) \u2013 Love amid the chaos of the French-Indian War.
\n– Main: Gone with the Wind (1939, 221 minutes) \u2013 An epic tale of love and loss during the Civil War.
\n– Dessert: Rogue One (2016, 133 minutes) \u2013 A Star Wars story that combines war and unspoken affection.<\/p>\n
Total time: 466 minutes.<\/p>\n
8. Delectable Dickens
\nIndulge in complex tales with romantic undertones:<\/p>\n
– Our Mutual Friend (1998, 360 minutes) \u2013 A tangled web of love, class, and fate in a Dickens classic.<\/p>\n
9. Star-Crossed Starters
\nIf you\u2019re into Romeo and Juliet-type romances, these variations will hit the spot:<\/p>\n
– Starter: Tanna (2015, 100 minutes) \u2013 Star-crossed lovers in a South Pacific setting.
\n– Main: Romeo + Juliet (1996, 120 minutes) \u2013 Baz Luhrmann\u2019s vibrant adaptation.
\n– Dessert: Warm Bodies (2013, 98 minutes) \u2013 A zombie love story with a twist.<\/p>\n
Total time: 318 minutes.<\/p>\n
10. Tom & Meg Tantalizers
\nTom Hanks and Meg Ryan are the epitome of on-screen chemistry:<\/p>\n
– Starter: Joe Versus the Volcano (1990, 102 minutes) \u2013 An oddball love story with adventure.
\n– Main: Sleepless in Seattle (1993, 105 minutes) \u2013 Romantic longing and destiny combined.
\n– Dessert: You\u2019ve Got Mail (1998, 119 minutes) \u2013 Anonymous online love in the digital age.
\n– Afters: Ithaca (2015, 96 minutes) \u2013 War and waiting with heartfelt performances.<\/p>\n
Total time: 422 minutes.<\/p>\n
11. Tucker from Down Under
\nImmerse yourself in Australian tales:<\/p>\n
– Starter: Australia (2008, 165 minutes) \u2013 A sweeping romance set against WWII.
\n– Main: The Dressmaker (2015, 118 minutes) \u2013 Revenge and romance in a quirky package.
\n– Dessert: Strictly Ballroom (1992, 94 minutes) \u2013 Forbidden dance steps and unexpected love.<\/p>\n
Total time: 377 minutes.<\/p>\n
12. A Ringbearer\u2019s Repast
\nDive into the epic world of Tolkien\u2019s Fellowship:<\/p>\n
– Breakfast: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001, 178 minutes) \u2013 The journey begins.
\n– Second Breakfast: The Two Towers (2002, 179 minutes) \u2013 The fellowship faces greater threats.
\n– Elevenses: The Return of the King (2003, 200 minutes) \u2013 The climactic battle for Middle Earth.<\/p>\n
Total time: 557 minutes.<\/p>\n
13. Gothic Goodies
\nFor a taste of suspense and romance:<\/p>\n
– Starter: Jamaica Inn (1983, 156 minutes) \u2013 Dark and mysterious drama.
\n– Main: Jane Eyre (2011, 120 minutes) \u2013 A poetic tale of love and hardship.
\n– Dessert: A Duel of Hearts (1991, 95 minutes) \u2013 Light-hearted Gothic romance.<\/p>\n
Total time: 371 minutes.<\/p>\n
14. Dumpster Dining
\nUnappreciated gems that deserve a watch:<\/p>\n
– Starter: Just Wright (2010, 100 minutes) \u2013 A refreshing take on love and sports.
\n– Main: Dan in Real Life (2007, 98 minutes) \u2013 Romantic mishaps and reconnecting.
\n– Dessert: I Know Where I\u2019m Going (1945, 88 minutes) \u2013 Unexpected life and love.<\/p>\n
Total time: 286 minutes.<\/p>\n
15. Helena\u2019s Nosh-up
\nCelebrate Helena Bonham Carter\u2019s spunky roles:<\/p>\n
– Starter: A Room with a View (1985, 117 minutes) \u2013 Coming-of-age romance.
\n– Main: A Hazard of Hearts (1987, 90 minutes) \u2013 Gothic delight.
\n– Dessert: Cinderella (2015, 106 minutes) \u2013 A beautiful fairy tale.<\/p>\n
Total time: 313 minutes.<\/p>\n
16. Whistle Wetting
\nIconic love scenes in the rain:<\/p>\n
– Starter: Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994, 117 minutes) \u2013 Wet and wonderful romance.
\n– Main: Breakfast at Tiffany\u2019s (1961, 114 minutes) \u2013 Running to love in a downpour.
\n– Dessert: Pride and Prejudice (2005, 127 minutes) \u2013 An unforgettable rainy proposal.<\/p>\n
Total time: 358 minutes.<\/p>\n
17. Lily\u2019s Birthday Bash
\nCelebrate Lily James\u2019s roles:<\/p>\n
– Starter: Pride and Prejudice and Zombies (2016, 108 minutes) \u2013 Austen meets action.
\n– Main: Yesterday (2019, 116 minutes) \u2013 A world without The Beatles.
\n– Dessert: The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society (2018, 124 minutes) \u2013 Post-WWII charm.<\/p>\n
Total time: 348 minutes.<\/p>\n
18. Before Bites
\nDive into Richard Linklater\u2019s Before trilogy:<\/p>\n
– Starter: Before Sunrise (1995, 101 minutes) \u2013 A chance meeting in Vienna.
\n– Main: Before Sunset (2004, 80 minutes) \u2013 A reunion in Paris.
\n– Dessert: Before Midnight (2013, 109 minutes) \u2013 The complexities of married life.<\/p>\n
Total time: 290 minutes.<\/p>\n
19. Musical Munchies
\nSing along to these modern musical favorites:<\/p>\n
– Starter: Mamma Mia! (2008, 108 minutes) \u2013 ABBA tunes and island vibes.
\n– Main: Moulin Rouge! (2001, 128 minutes) \u2013 A tragic love story with a musical twist.
\n– Dessert: Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (1954, 102 minutes) \u2013 A classic musical romance.<\/p>\n
Total time: 338 minutes.<\/p>\n
20. Holiday Treats
\nWrap up with heartwarming holiday films:<\/p>\n
– Starter: Under the Greenwood Tree (2005, 93 minutes) \u2013 A sweet love story through the seasons.
\n– Main: Last Holiday (2006, 112 minutes) \u2013 Embracing life\u2019s unexpected turns.
\n– Dessert: Bridget Jones\u2019s Diary (2001, 97 minutes) \u2013 Finding love as imperfectly perfect as you are.<\/p>\n
Total time: 302 minutes.<\/p>\n
Happy New Year! What movie marathons are you excited about? Leave a comment below. Best wishes for 2020!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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