Als je genoten hebt van 'What Happens Later' (2023), de romantische komedie met Meg Ryan en David Duchovny, dan ben je vast op zoek naar vergelijkbare films en series. In dit artikel vind je 10 titels die dezelfde magie, humor en romantiek bieden. Of je nu houdt van ontroerende verhalen of grappige ontmoetingen, deze selectie heeft voor ieder wat wils.

Before Sunrise (1995)
Beschreibung: A romantic drama that unfolds in real-time, focusing on deep conversations and emotional connections between two strangers who meet by chance.
Fakt: The entire film was shot in just 15 days, with most scenes being improvised by the actors.


The Notebook (2004)
Beschreibung: A classic romantic drama that spans decades, focusing on enduring love and the passage of time, with emotional depth and nostalgia.
Fakt: The film's iconic rain kiss scene was filmed in a single take, with the actors actually standing in freezing rain.


Lost in Translation (2003)
Beschreibung: A story about two lonely souls forming a deep, platonic connection in a foreign city, filled with melancholic and introspective moments.
Fakt: Many of the scenes were improvised, including the iconic whisper at the end, which remains a mystery to audiences.


Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004)
Beschreibung: A surreal and emotional exploration of love and memory, blending sci-fi elements with heartfelt storytelling about relationships.
Fakt: The film's nonlinear narrative was inspired by the structure of a symphony, with themes recurring and evolving.


Before Sunset (2004)
Beschreibung: A sequel that continues the story of two people reconnecting after years apart, exploring themes of love, time, and missed opportunities through intimate dialogue.
Fakt: The film was shot in chronological order to maintain the natural flow of the characters' reunion.


Blue Valentine (2010)
Beschreibung: A raw and unfiltered portrayal of a relationship's highs and lows, using nonlinear storytelling to contrast past happiness with present struggles.
Fakt: The film was shot in two different formats to visually distinguish between the past (16mm film) and present (digital).


Like Crazy (2011)
Beschreibung: A poignant love story about the challenges of long-distance relationships, filled with authentic emotions and naturalistic performances.
Fakt: Much of the dialogue was improvised, and the actors lived together during filming to build chemistry.


Her (2013)
Beschreibung: A futuristic love story that examines human connection and loneliness through the relationship between a man and an AI.
Fakt: The film's muted color palette was chosen to reflect the protagonist's emotional state and the futuristic yet intimate setting.


Before Midnight (2013)
Beschreibung: The third installment in the series delves into the complexities of long-term relationships, with raw and honest conversations about love and life.
Fakt: The famous long-take argument scene was filmed in one continuous shot, adding to the film's realism.


La La Land (2016)
Beschreibung: A modern musical that balances romance and ambition, with vibrant visuals and a bittersweet tone about love and dreams.
Fakt: The opening highway dance sequence was filmed in a single take during a real Los Angeles traffic jam.
