Want to binge-watch some historical and classic period romance movies? Then you should check out our top five picks!
5. Howard’s End
Howards End is a period end drama that is an adaptation of a classic novel.
The story revolves around how class conflict intertwines with love troubles. It stars Anthony Hopkins, Vanessa Redgrave, Helena Bonham Carter, and Emma Thompson. Their superb acting brings life to their character and the conflict they bring in each other’s lives. Interested how things would pan out? Then you should watch for yourself.
This period drama, released last 1992, is ranked as one of Director James Ivory’s best works.
4. A Room with a View
This is another James Ivory classic. This 1985 classic follows Lucy, a young and beautiful British lady who needs to choose between the one other want for her or the one she wants? The safe one or the chaos?
Helena Bonham Carter plays the role of the confused lad in this film. Who will she end up choosing? The unpredictable storm George Emerson played by Julian Sands, or the safe but boring fiancé Cecil Vyse played by Daniel Day-Lewis? Who’s your guess?
3. The Piano
This 1993 period drama uses The Piano to represent Ada’s journey, played by Holly Hunter. She was sold into marriage and found herself with all her belongings on a beach. This was when she started having an affair with his husband’s acquaintance – the conflict that would bring every heart-stopping decision she had to make for her and her daughter.
The Piano is written and directed by Jane Campion. Aside from Hunter, Harvey Keitel, Sam Neil, and Anna Paquin also star in this film.
2. Sense and Sensibility
Emma Thompson, Alan Rickman, Kate Winslet, and Hugh Grant are the powerhouse stars that give life to this Ang Li masterpiece. Sense and Sensibility is a story of two sisters, Eleanor and Marianne, and their journey when they received no inheritance after their father died.
The two sisters are opposites. Eleanor is practical and level-headed, while Marianne is dreamy and emotional. Follow their story and how they were able to conquer the challenges that came their way.
1. Gone with the Wind
And on top of our list is 1939 classic Gone with the Wind. This epic historical romance follows Scarlett’s journey, whose life was broken because of the war. She tangles herself up with two men as she navigates life after this most depressing time.
Vivien Leigh plays Scarlett, and Clark Gable, Leslie Howard, and Olivia de Havilland among the cast.
Watch these movies and let us know what you think about our list!
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