The ‘Opposites Attract’ trope focuses on two individuals with contrasting personalities, backgrounds, or interests coming together in a romantic relationship. These movies are lighthearted and entertaining, with the perfect blend of humor and romance. These stories remind us that love can be found in unexpected places and people.
“When you realize you want to spend the rest of your life with somebody, you want the rest of your life to start as soon as possible.”
-When Harry Met Sally
‘Love Don’t Cost A Thing’
Rated: PG-13; Runtime: 1h 40min
‘Love Don’t Cost a Thing’ is a romantic comedy about a socially awkward high school student, Alvin, who dreams of popularity. This dream soon becomes a reality when he strikes a deal with a popular girl, Paris Morgan.
Though they are very opposite, as they spend time together, they fall for each other, however, Alvin’s obsession with popularity strains their relationship. This story is the perfect example of ‘Opposites Attract’!
This feel good comedy was released in 2003, starring Nick Cannon and Christina Milan.
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‘When Harry Met Sally’
Rated: R; Runtime: 1h 35min
‘When Harry Met Sally’ is a 90s classic romantic comedy about the evolving friendship between Harry Burns and Sally Albright. Over the years, they question whether men and women can truly be friends without romantic complications.
Despite their differing beliefs, they remain close and eventually realize their true feelings for each other.
Starring Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal.
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‘Crazy Rich Asians’
Rated: PG-13; Runtime: 2h
‘Crazy Rich Asians’ is a romantic comedy-drama that follows the story of Rachel Chu, an economics professor from New York, as she accompanies her boyfriend Nick Young to Singapore for his best friend’s wedding.
Once in Singapore, she learns that Nick comes from an incredibly wealthy and influential family. As she learns to navigate the opulent world of Singapore’s elite, she encounters numerous challenges, judgment, and clashes with Nick’s disapproving mother.
The cast includes Contance Wu, Henry Golding, and Michelle Yoeh.
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