February is the month of love, and this Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to spend a romantic night in with a good movie. Whether you’ve got a date or are still searching for that special someone, the Reveille entertainment staff knows you’ll fall head-over-heels in love with these romance movies.
Paul Tibbets
“Bones and All”
OK, hear me out. The cannibal body horror romance might not be your first pick for Valentine’s Day, but it should be. If you look past the eating people part, this is one of the most romantic films ever made. Set in the late ‘80s, it follows Marren, played by Taylor Russell, as a young cannibal abandoned by her father. With the cash he left her, she begins a cross-country road trip to her estranged mothers’s birth town in Minnesota. Along the way, she meets and begins to fall in love with Lee, a fellow cannibal played by Timothée Chalamet. For the rest of the film, we follow these star-crossed lovers as they navigate the cannibal background of the Midwest. In typical Luca Guadagnino fashion, he explores queer identity in a raw and oftentimes uncomfortable manner. The social isolation faced by our main characters mirrors how many LGBTQ+ people were treated at the time. It is a story that hits home even now. The bond shared between Chalamet and Russell is so palpable. It is only highlighted that much more by Guadagnino’s insane ability to craft a beautiful shot and his seeming reverence for Midwest Americana. You may not think this is your thing, but you should try it, bones and all.
Savannah Boynes
“The Space Between Us”
Starring Asa Butterfield and Britt Robertson, “The Space Between Us” is the kind of romance that transports me from my seat into the web of space’s constellations. With a shared genre of sci-fi and romance, the film centers around Gardner, a boy illegally born on Mars. After many tests to determine if his bodily health is fit to endure planetary travel, he goes to Earth on a search for his father, along with a girl he met in an internet chatroom, Tulsa. On their adventure, they encounter mischief, young love and Earth’s beauty in all forms. While the plot is along the lines of what you would find in Barnes and Noble’s young adult section, it is still a comforting watch for me as I imagine laying among the stars of nostalgia when I’m entranced by this movie. It encapsulates the good of 2017, and seeing the YouTubers in the classroom scene always makes me laugh.
Mia Hattaway
“Heart Eyes”
This “hor-rom-edy” will bring all the scares — and swoons — you could possibly want for this Valentine’s Day. “Heart Eyes” follows two competing ad executives fighting to survive a masked killer who targets lovebirds every February. In an enemies-to-lovers plotline, Mason Gooding and Olivia Holt prove to be a dynamic and charismatic duo. The movie pays homage to ‘80s horror flicks, taking inspiration from “Friday the 13th,” as well as classic romantic comedies like “10 Things I Hate About You.” While the movie certainly doesn’t shy away from gore or jump scares, its campy, lighthearted tone rounds the story out scarily well. Whether you’re planning a cozy date night or a Galentine’s watch party, this farcical film is a great pick for this weekend.
Sarah Walton
“Pride and Prejudice”
It is universally acknowledged that every eligible reader in the 21st century is in want of a great film adaptation of classic literature. “Pride and Prejudice” is not just one of my favorite book-to-screen adaptations, but one of my favorite films of all time. From the soundtrack and sound design transporting you into the world of the Bennet family to the incredible cinematography and lighting, one cannot help but fall in love with Elizabeth and Darcy. “Pride and Prejudice” is one of the most famous love stories, and for good reason. The struggle between perceptions, social expectations and one’s own heart is something we all can connect with. And in a timeless way, “Pride and Prejudice” has become a comfort and a friend.
Paige Cheramie
“Mamma Mia!”
If you’re looking for a romance movie filled with laughter and sunshine, look no further than “Mamma Mia!” This film is built around the songs of ABBA, with a focus on not only romantic relationships, but also familial ones. It follows Sophie, who is about to get married. Her one dream is to have her father walk her down the aisle, but there’s one big issue — she has no clue who he is. After rummaging through her mother’s diaries, she discovers three potential men who could be her father. With no other choice, she decides to invite all three men to her wedding behind her mother’s back, and chaos ensues. Although sometimes cheesy, this movie depicts the imperfectness of life. From tearful scenes to full-blown dance numbers, it has ups, downs and curveballs all throughout.
Charlotte Trentalange
“You’ve Got Mail”
Signed, sealed and delivered, “You’ve Got Mail” is the perfect Valentine’s Day romantic comedy. From its late ‘90s nostalgia to the cozy New York in the fall vibes, it’s the best movie to curl up watching after a long day. Meg Ryan and Tom Hank’s effortless chemistry in their enemies-to-friends-to-lovers arc is a reminder that every Elizabeth Bennet needs her “Godfather”-obsessed Mr. Darcy. For any hopeless online dater scrolling through Hinge or Tinder on Feb. 14, it’s the perfect comfort watch. If Kathleen and Joe found love in an anonymous chat room, so can you.
Lily Centola
“Valentine’s Day”
It feels a bit ironic that my favorite Valentine’s Day movie is called “Valentine’s Day,” yet I believe this movie portrays every possible Valentine’s Day dynamic, and therefore, it is the perfect movie for the season. The movie is a romantic comedy that follows various characters’ plotlines. The way the plot is structured reminds me of the Christmas movie “Love Actually,” but if it took place on Valentine’s Day. There are breakups, meet cutes, friends to lovers — name one event that could possibly go down on Valentine’s Day, and this movie has you covered. That being said, no matter if the storyline ends in heartbreak or newfound love, each one warms your heart in a different way.
Laura Allen
“People We Meet on Vacation”
“When you’re with the person who loves you for you, you’re always home — even on vacation.”
Starring Tom Blythe and Emily Bader, this 2026 rom-com follows best friends Alex and Poppy over the course of nine summers as their friendship grows but their differences deepen. Based on the Emily Henry novel of the same name, “People We Meet on Vacation” is a funny, heartwarming story of what home truly means. Breaking the curse of the dull, desaturated color-grading we’ve seen in recent films, this movie is unapologetically vibrant, the warm colors breathing life into the screen and making for an aesthetically beautiful watch. But more than the colors and the pretty scenery, I love Alex and Poppy’s friendship. Even before they fall for each other, the two have the sweetest relationship — Alex accepts Poppy for all her quirks and impulsivity, and Poppy accepts Alex for his calm thoughtfulness. Their friendship is what touched me the most, and it’s so often overlooked in other rom-coms like it.