From 'La La Land' to 'Big Eden': Top 10 romantic movies on Netflix

As October approaches, I'm gearing up for a horror movie marathon, but I'm still reeling from an amazing romance I recently watched on Netflix. 

Here are ten unforgettable romantic movies on Netflix, ranging from comedies to dramas, that celebrate the beauty of love.

1. Falling in Love Like in the Movies (2023)

This meta-narrative film follows Bagus, a scriptwriter pitching a black-and-white rom-com based on his high school love, Hana. Directed by Yandy Laurens, this movie explores the blurred lines between cinema and reality.

2. La La Land (2016)

Damien Chazelle's timeless romance stars Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling as Mia and Sebastian, aspiring actress and jazz musician, navigating love and ambition in Hollywood.

3. Blue Jay (2016)

Alex Lehman's black-and-white film follows Jim and Amanda, high school sweethearts rekindling their emotions after a chance encounter.

4. Us and Them (2018)

Rene Liu's realistic movie captures the ups and downs of Xiaoxiao and Jianqing's complex relationship over a decade.

5. Muriel's Wedding (1994)

P.J. Hogan's offbeat comedy stars Toni Collette as Muriel, a small-town Australian woman seeking happiness through marriage.

6. Carol (2015)

Todd Haynes' elegant drama follows Therese and Carol, two women navigating love amidst 1950s social prejudices.

7. Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003)

Nikkhil Advani's Bollywood musical tells the story of Naina and Aman's poignant love affair.

8. On Body and Soul (2017)

Ildikó Enyedi's poetic film explores the ethereal romance between Endre and Mária, connected through shared dreams.

9. Don’t Go Breaking My Heart (2011)

Wai Ka-fai and Johnnie To's glossy rom-com follows Yen, torn between two suitors, Sean and Kevin.

10. Big Eden (2000)

Thomas Bezucha's warm drama follows Henry, reconnecting with his past and discovering love in rural Montana.