Pretty Woman: 10 reasons that make it one of the most romantic love movies ever
Come on, we know, it is useless for you to pretend nothing has happened: you heard Pretty Woman, and your heart leapt, lost among memories of the past that made you return to young dreamy girls in the throes of the desire for the most romantic happy ending there is. Well, with the first true fairy tale of the modern era, it always happens: there have been many love movies and romantic comedies since 1990, the year of Garry Marshall's feature film, onwards, but let's face it, no one has managed to overcome the story of the modern Princess par excellence, the redhead Vivian Ward struggling with a complicated metropolitan life and a prince charming, or rather, grizzled, really not bad.
But why do we like this comedy so much that it made Julia Roberts and Richard Gere one of the most loved and successful movie couples ever? We have tried to explain it to you below. Here are ten reasons that, in our opinion, elect Pretty Woman as the most romantic love movie ever.
1. Because it is undoubtedly the most beautiful modern fairy tale
Plot, development and setting are nothing but cinematographic and real transpositions of the classic fairy tale: the princess who is saved by her prince charming and thus crowns her dream of love, redeeming an unhappy and difficult past.
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2. Because there couldn't have been a better couple ...
Try to imagine a couple of actors more suitable for the film? You can't do it, can you? The genuine and dreamy beauty of Roberts, combined with her unmistakable smile, and the mature and charming face of Richard Gere, at the time at the height of his career, are among the happiest film choices ever, so much so that years later the couple has been revived for other romantic comedies.
3. Because Vivian perfectly embodies the Cinderella of our day
Let's face it: the film could very well be called Cinderella. Vivian, divinely played by a young Julia Roberts, is none other than the blonde protagonist of the most beloved fairytale ever set in the twentieth century, including miniskirts, dream cars and splendid modern dresses.
4. Because in addition to moving us and making us dream, it made us smile
Not just tears and heartfelt eyes, but big smiles too. The film manages to tell a beautiful love story, including between one moment and another of pathos, light and funny scenes that cannot help but snatch smiles from the spectators and that contribute to making Vivian even more adorable and distant from the snobbish world. conformist from which her prince charming comes.
5. For the legendary shopping scene
It is perhaps one of the most famous scenes in the history of cinema and is destined to stay there. After all, what could be nicer than shopping in the most prestigious boutiques in Beverly Hills, being able to afford expensive haute couture items? Perhaps there is something in fact: going back from decidedly unkind shop assistants, showing off dream dresses and stellar figures. In short, a real catharsis even just witnessing that scene.
6. Because it teaches us to believe that a happy ending is possible
Despite a certain amount of cynicism, which we inevitably develop over time, as a sort of antibodies against harsh reality, this film always manages to lower our defenses and make us believe that a happy ending is possible. Even just for a moment.
7. Because Vivian is none other than the most dreamy part of each of us
As much as it may be hidden, almost each of us hides a dreamy and romantic part that resists time and that hopes for the arrival of a prince charming and a happy ending like a movie. Yes, even the most cynical of you. And Vivian perfectly embodies that part, which many of us hide or keep secret. Think about it: how many times have you watched the film without identifying with the protagonist? If you are sincere, you will answer none.
8. Because we keep looking at it and we could go on until infinity, without ever getting tired
Be honest: how many times have you seen it? Maybe we exceed the ten. And every time is it not as if it were the first? Although, of course, we know all the lines by heart. Well, friends, this is a tangible sign of the extraordinary success of this immortal story, so surrender, you will continue to watch it.
9. Why how can you resist a man like that?
Let's face it: how can you resist a charming man who fights against everyone, including social conventions, and sling under your humble home, defying embarrassment and fear of dizziness, delivering you a bouquet of red roses and an irresistible smile? It's not easy, is it? And we bet that during that scene your eyes can never hold back a few small tears ...
10. For the soundtrack, romantic and wonderful
From Roxette to David Bowie, to the legendary piece by Roy Orbison that gives the film its title: the soundtrack is a succession of jewels from the history of music that perfectly pack the highlights of the story: from the funniest to the most romantic and full of pathos.
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