The Champion’s Valentine’s Day movie guide
Published Feb. 14, 2023
By Nina Figurelli, Amaia Ward, Ava Duman, Kailee Melendez, and Annie Fenner
‘Malcolm and Marie’: a gut-wrenching love story that explores trauma
“Malcolm and Marie” is a powerful and intense drama film that explores the complexities of romantic relationships and the human condition. The romance stars John David Washington and Zendaya as the titular characters, Malcolm and Marie, a long-time couple whose relationship is put to the test after a movie premiere where Malcolm had neglected to credit Marie as his inspiration for the film. ...
‘The Photograph’: uncovering family secrets and falling in love
“The Photograph” is a romantic drama film that tells the story of a young woman, played by Issa Rae, who is trying to uncover the truth about her mother's past through a mysterious photograph. The film also stars LaKeith Stanfield as a journalist who helps her in her quest. The film is beautifully shot and sets a strong visual aesthetic that creates a sense of nostalgia while highlighting its modernit...
‘The Perks of Being a Wallflower’ portrays the real struggles of high school romance
Starting a new life chapter as dreadful as high school is never easy, especially not for the socially awkward Charlie (Logan Lerman). But as he navigates the hazing and turbulence associated with freshman year, Charlie discovers a new world filled with firsts, including his first love. While attending his first high school football game, Charlie meets two seniors: Sam (Emma Watson) and Patrick (Ezra M...
‘The Edge of Seventeen’: a movie about loving yourself
Valentine’s Day is usually about celebrating the love you may share with a significant other, but we should also recognize the importance of showing self-love too! “The Edge of Seventeen” is a coming-of-age film that follows 17-year-old Nadine (Hailee Steinfeld) as she navigates her tumultuous journey as an awkward high school student. It doesn’t help that she lives in the shadow of her ...
‘Valentine’s Day’ is comedic rom-com that connects unlikely characters
“Valentine's Day” is a romantic comedy that explores the lives of a diverse group of characters and how they are connected through love, family, and relationships. The film features an ensemble cast that includes Julia Roberts, Jamie Foxx, Anne Hathaway, Ashton Kutcher, and more. While such a loaded cast may seem hectic, the movie is very well-executed and can easily be deemed a season staple. The ...
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