specialmama Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 I get to have a girly weekend with just me! WHOOHOO! So I made up my mind that I'm going to rent Dirty Dancing (one of my faves) and watch Titanic again (I have it and watch it every year) and I'm looking for one more really good chick flick. Any recs? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhudson Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 BBC's "North and South" based on the book by Elizabeth Gaskell. I think it has one of the most romantic ending scenes of all time. If you like "Pride and Prejudice" then all of the Elizabeth Gaskell's movies are great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Audrey Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 Truly, Madly, Deeply That one gets me every time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibraryLover Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 Have you seen A League of Their Own? It's older, but some people haven't. ;) Not that i would know anything about that. Bull Durham Ok, yeah, I love baseball movies. For silly to the max, Baby Mama (with Tina Fey) is hilarious (I am ashamed to admit) and The Devil Loves Prada has it's moments. I don't suppose the 40 year Old Virgin would be considered a chick flick? ;):lol: What are we, Al Qaeda? :lol: There is always Jane Eyre, Pride & Prejudice, Shakespeare in Love etc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirtroad Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 Russell Crowe in "A Good Year"... so sweet - love it Johnny Depp in "Chocolat"... sexy, sexy Patrick Swayze in "Ghosts"... sentimental Johnny Depp in "Benny & Joon"... oldie but goodie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Word Nerd Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 Strictly Ballroom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgiana Daniels Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 I, too, love love love Pride & Prejudice, but it might be kinda long if you're looking to get in more than one movie;) Ooo, how about Fried Green Tomatoes? My Best Friend's Wedding is also a favorite around here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendi Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 My recommendations: "Roman Holiday" "Emma" (with Gwyneth Paltrow) "Moulin Rouge" (I know, you either love it or you hate it. But Ewan MacGregor...) Wendi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Word Nerd Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 My recommendations: "Moulin Rouge" (I know, you either love it or you hate it. But Ewan MacGregor...) Wendi FWIW, I hated it for the first 45 minutes or so, but it sucked me in and now I really like it! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hsmom3tn Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 Truly, Madly, Deeply That one gets me every time. :iagree: LOVE LOVE LOVE that movie :) Lately I've been trying to catch up on older movies that I never did see and recently saw August Rush, so I always recommend that one to everyone. If you want to laugh, watch Music and Lyrics. :D Oh, and Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day is really good, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BikeBookBread Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 Sleepless in Seattle You've Got Mail When Harry Met Sally The Holiday (Cameron Diaz, Jude Law, Kate Winslet & Jack Black) Charade Roman Holiday Notting Hill I second, third and fourth Pride & Prejudice -- if you don't want to devote 6 hours to the superior A&E version, how about the beautiful but not quite as perfect version with Keira Knightley? ...or...Bride & Prejudice, the really fun Bollywood version? Have fun!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tangerine Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 Before Sunrise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amber in SJ Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 The Painted Veil. The scenery is just lovely. Amber in SJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slartibartfast Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 I guess it depends on how hard do you want to cry? Heaving chest sobs? Just a whimper? Would you prefer something funny? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slartibartfast Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 (edited) Oh I did like Ghost Town. It was so funny and cute. I would recommend it. :) It has Greg Kinnear and Ricky Gervais. Edited September 17, 2009 by Sis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather in Neverland Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 I'd like to second "The Holiday". GREAT chick flick. If you want to cry then "Untamed Heart". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peela Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 Chocolat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slartibartfast Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 Chocolat You need good snacks for that though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 I get to have a girly weekend with just me! WHOOHOO! So I made up my mind that I'm going to rent Dirty Dancing (one of my faves) and watch Titanic again (I have it and watch it every year) and I'm looking for one more really good chick flick. Any recs? Do you want a tearjerker that has Reese Witherspoon in it from one of her early roles? The Man in the Moon (1991) DYK Reese's first names? I didn't til I just imdb'ed it. Laura Jeanne Reese Witherspoon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thescrappyhomeschooler Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 I have to agree on Chocolat and The Holiday. Definitely need a box of chocolates, though, or at least some hot chocolate, if you're going to watch Chocolat! Pride and Prejudice also gets a vote, but only the version with Colin Firth. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justamouse Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 Love Actually The Thomas Crowne Affair - the new one. Practical Magic My Big Fat Greek Wedding Firefly-the whole series Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1bassoon Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 ...or...Bride & Prejudice, the really fun Bollywood version? I was just popping on to suggest this very movie!:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Firefly Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 I'm not a big fan of chick flicks, but there are some I've really enjoyed... most of them have Sandra Bullock! I liked While You Were Sleeping, Hope Floats, Practical Magic and The Lake House. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparrow Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 Love: North & South Pride & Prejudice Lost in Austen Muriel's Wedding Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 P.S. I love you - extra tissues needed. The Lake House - not so many tissues Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HSinPeru Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 Would it really be a true chick flick night without at least one Austen movie :)?? I love Persuasion with Ciaran Hinds (1995). It's not as Hollywood as the more recent Austen movies, but I like that. Such a great love story!! Have fun with your friends! It sounds like you'll have a wonderful time!:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FriedClams Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 Casino Royale. Seriously. No need to even turn on the sound. ;) The Wedding Singer (if you're between 35 and 45 - HILARIOUS). Pure Country. LOVE it. I can skip the whole first 20 minutes as Buddy and Lulu annoy the life out of me - but the whole George Strait and the beautiful and unassuming red head fall in love. Awesome. (Interestingly, the never kiss as he felt it was unfair to his wife - makes me double love the movie!) Fireproof. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 Pride and Prejudice is my standard choice - A&E version. I also really like Bride and Prejudice, and it is much shorter. Other favorites: Anne of Green Gables (w/ Megan Follows) Sound of Music Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibraryLover Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 I'm not a big fan of chick flicks, but there are some I've really enjoyed... most of them have Sandra Bullock! I liked While You Were Sleeping, Hope Floats, Practical Magic and The Lake House. I *love* While You Were Sleeping! Now I have a craving! I am going to have to go to the library and get it now. :glare: The films where she is a beauty pagent contestant are fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlmiraGulch Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 The Notebook...the only movie that has ever made me cry! Waitress with Keri Russell. It was a total sleeper but I've seen it literally at least a dozen times. So endearing. LOVE it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
specialmama Posted September 17, 2009 Author Share Posted September 17, 2009 Wow! Thank you all for the recs! The only one I had to laugh about was My Big Fat Greek Wedding. I lived that movie LOL, so ya, I don't want to be up getting frustrated with my Greek inlaws! :lol: Thanks again to everyone, I'm off to see what I can find at the library! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Firefly Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 I *love* While You Were Sleeping! Now I have a craving! I am going to have to go to the library and get it now. :glare: The films where she is a beauty pagent contestant are fun. LOL! I get the craving to watch it every year around the holidays, so I wound up buying it on DVD. I forgot about Miss Congeniality-- I didn't see the second but the first was hilarious! :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i.love.lucy Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 I'll second Shakespeare In Love. :001_wub: I love Chicago too. I'm a sucker for Hugh Grant (*swoon*), Colin Firth, Johnny Depp, Ralph Fiennes, Russell Crowe. Have you seen The English Patient? Even The Mask of Zorro was so great with Antonio Banderas. He was SO sexy in that movie, but it was fun too. I'm a sucker for big costume movies. My idea of a perfect weekend is a bunch of those on DVD, cold and rainy outside, and no one to bug me! :D Movies like Elizabeth, all the Austen stuff, Gladiator. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 Casino Royale. Seriously. No need to even turn on the sound. ;). Oh, but I love to hear him talk. ;) My ds loves poker and we must have watched that movie every day for at least two weeks when it came out. He watched for the poker. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
specialmama Posted September 27, 2009 Author Share Posted September 27, 2009 Just an update: the library had most of them. I now have 22 movies on reserve! :lol::lol::lol: I selected the date I want them for, so whichever 6 come in first, those are the ones I'll be taking home and hopefully I'll be able to watch several of them. I just couldn't decide, so the library will decide for me! Thank you all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted September 27, 2009 Share Posted September 27, 2009 Always. One of my faves. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzie in Ma Posted September 28, 2009 Share Posted September 28, 2009 Always (classic, a not to miss favorite) PS I Love you (Gerard Butler, to die for) And honestly, if it were me, I would add Season One of Firefly. Not chick flick per se but oh so wonderful, witty, flat out funny and sexy. Great looking men, strong wonderful women, the kind you would be friends with..., bar fights, brawls, balls, horses, swords, spaceships, bad guys, good guys, really bad guys, and more. Did I mention totally quotable? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babs Posted September 28, 2009 Share Posted September 28, 2009 BBC's "North and South" based on the book by Elizabeth Gaskell. I think it has one of the most romantic ending scenes of all time. If you like "Pride and Prejudice" then all of the Elizabeth Gaskell's movies are great! :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalanamak Posted September 28, 2009 Share Posted September 28, 2009 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brief_Encounter Notice it got the British Film Institute's poll number 2 spot for all-time best British film. That poll was 52 years after it was released. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garga Posted September 28, 2009 Share Posted September 28, 2009 I loved Stardust. It didn't get much hoopla when it came out, but people are starting to like it more and more. Someone compared it to The Princess Bride--which also didn't get a lot of hoopla when it first came out, but is now one of the all time favorite movies of just about everyone. Stardust had that Princess Bride feel to it--it was different from any other type of movie. Hard to fit in a box. Loved it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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