As the most commonly used theme of all time, everyone has a favorite film about love. In real life, love comes to us in many different situations and relationship dynamics. The same goes for love on the big screen. Here is a list (in no certain order) of films about love that you may have forgotten about. They portray love in many different situations and, although very different, they all hold a common theme-romantic love and the things it can do to us.

Sense and Sensibilty : This stylish, period piece is beautifully done, in more then just the visual way. As Jane Austen’s first published novel, this story tells of two sisters attempting to balance the scales of logic and emotion while finding love and remaining loyal to each other and their family. Although their are many versions of the film, the 1995 version which stars (and was also adapted by) actress Emma Thompson is sure to have even the most cynical watcher feeling warm inside.

Say Anything: The tagline for this 80’s favorite was “To know Lloyd Dobler is to love him…” and the hero of this film lives up to this line completely. This love story picks up as high school drops off for Lloyd and Diane as they fall in love over the summer. The film is teenage love done beautifully, with just enough cliche to remind viewers of how love felt for the very first time.

The Reader: This unforgettable film gives unique perspective to passion, love and the affect that these things can have on an individuals life. The non-traditional relationship that develops between Hanna and Micheal is only responsible for part of this movies intensity; as their relationship changes shape throughout the film so does the viewers attitudes towards these characters and their actions. Not often considered a love story, this film reminds viewers that often times with love also comes pain.

Punch Drunk Love: Adam Sandler abandons his typical role to play Berry Egan-the unusual bachelor who falls for Lena. Barry’s imperfections and odd habits endear him to the viewer and as this  strange and often dark romance springs between the two, the film proves that falling in love can happen to anyone.

Roman Holiday: The romance and excitement of a foreign city doesn’t go to waste in this 1953 romantic comedy. This love story introduced Americans to Audrey Hepburn as she falls for the ever charming Gregory Peck in one of the most romantic cities on Earth. A strong story line and fabulous performances from both main characters give this film it’s timelessness that makes you want to watch it over and over.

Rocky: Well written and constantly overlooked, this film is a truly touching love story with endearing characters that aren’t soon forgotten. This film is a thousand times more lover than fighter although it is often grouped together with it’s many sequels as a “boxing movie.” Touching scenes between main characters Rocky and Adrian makes this film a chick flick in disguise.

William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet: This version of the classic introduced a new generation to Shakespeare during the days of grunge rock. DiCaprio and Danes as the title characters have chemistry that turns skeptics into believers, even if you don’t catch every line (considering the dialogue is in the plays’ original language.) Although this film does date itself a bit, it’s an interesting and entertaining version of the classic tale of forbidden love.

Pretty Woman: This film combines two themes that most American’s cannot resist; rags-to-riches and fateful love. From what seems to be opposite sides of the world, Edward and Vivian find each other and fall in love under unlikely circumstances. Sure, the storyline may be a little far fetched but the film beautifully contains all the key components of a fabulous love story.