Great romantic dramas that everyone should watch
SSPDaily has prepared a selection of the best romantic dramas of 2007-2010. These films are rich in emotional depth, showing wonderful stories of love, loss and redemption that resonate with viewers to this day.
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
IMDb rating: 7.8/10
Genre: Romantic drama, fantasy, romance
Country of production: USA
Running time: 166 minutes
Year of release: 2008
Main producer: Kathleen Kennedy, Frank Marshall, Ceán Chaffin
It tells the extraordinary story of a man who ages in reverse. Benjamin Button is born an elderly man, and over time he becomes physically younger. He moves through life, experiencing various relationships, including a deep romance with Daisy and a fatherly bond with his adoptive mother Queenie. The film is set in New Orleans and explores the eternal themes of love, time and death.
District 9
IMDb rating: 7.9/10
Genre: Romantic drama, sci-fi, thriller
Country of production: South Africa, USA, New Zealand, Canada
Running time: 112 minutes
Year of release: 2009
Main producer: Peter Jackson
District 9 tells the story of the struggles of an alien race living in Johannesburg, South Africa. But after years of segregation and mistreatment, tensions rise when the humans decide to relocate the aliens to a new camp called District Ten. A series of events unfold that lead to the accidental transformation of a government agent named Wikus van de Merwe into an alien. Beginning to understand the plight of the alien race, Wikus tries to help them and find a cure for his own transformation.
The Wrestler
IMDb rating: 7.9/10
Genre: Romantic drama, sports
Country of production: USA, France
Duration: 109 minutes
Year: 2008
Main producer: Darren Aronofsky, Scott Franklin
The Wrestler tells the story of Randy "The Ram" Robinson, a former professional wrestler who struggles with the decline of his career and personal life. Faced with loneliness, substance abuse, and health issues, Randy seeks to reconnect with his estranged daughter and mend his relationship with stripper Cassidy. Determined to return to the ring, despite the damage it does to his body, the protagonist begins to explore the sacrifices made by those who pursue their passion.
August Rush
IMDb rating: 7.6/10
Genre: Drama, romantic drama
Country of production: USA
Duration: 114 minutes
Year: 2007
Director: Kirsten Sheridan
August Rush is a story about an extremely talented boy, Evan, who, by an unfortunate coincidence, finds himself in a New York orphanage. He was born an American cellist from a prestigious family who fell in love with a young charismatic Irish guitarist. However, circumstances proved to be stronger than they were, and the couple was forced to separate. Their child Evan tries to find his parents through music.
Revolutionary Road
IMDb rating: 7.8/10
Genre: Romantic drama
Country of production: USA, UK
Duration: 119 minutes
Year: 2008
Main producer: Sam Mendes, Bobby Cohen, Scott Rudin
It tells the story of the struggles of Frank and April Wheeler, a seemingly perfect suburban couple living in the 1950s. Despite their shiny appearance, both partners feel trapped and unfulfilled in their marriage and everyday life. Questioning societal norms and their own desires, they embark on a tumultuous journey that strains their relationship.
