romance

The Worst Person in the World – Film Review

April 19, 2022July 8, 2022yggdrasille

I really enjoyed this peculiar, freewheeling Norwegian dark comedy-drama about a young woman battling indecisiveness as she approaches 30s, despite some problems with the writing that made it feel a tad shallow.

The Girl In the Cafe – Film Review

July 28, 2021July 8, 2022yggdrasille

A charmingly modest and understated movie about an unlikely relationship that starts off as a conventional meet-cute and then goes somewhere unexpected.

The Umbrellas of Cherbourg – Film Review

May 14, 2021July 8, 2022yggdrasille

Delightful and enchanting French musical with breathtakingly beautiful Catherine Deneuve in her first major film.

One Day by David Nicholls – Book Review

March 16, 2021July 8, 2022yggdrasille

This delightful book is bound to become a re-read staple for when I crave for something light and insanely readable. I’ve enjoyed it just as much second time around.

Lars and the Real Girl – Film Review

December 16, 2020July 8, 2022yggdrasille

“Man buys a sex doll on the internet” is an unlikely premise for a sweet, affecting and life-affirming story, but this quirky movie with early-day Ryan Gosling (before the world decided he was hot) somehow pulls it off.

Gran Hotel – TV Review

November 24, 2020July 8, 2022yggdrasille

I haven’t reviewed any movies lately because for the past few weeks I’ve been glued to this addictive Spanish TV series… so why not review it.

The Wings of the Dove – Film Review

October 28, 2020July 8, 2022yggdrasille

Beautifully shot and acted adaptation of the Henry James novel, with Helena Bonham Carter in what could be her finest performance to date.

(500) Days of Summer – Film Review

October 3, 2019yggdrasille

I missed out on this unconventional romantic comedy when it was first released ten years ago, so when I was in a mood for something light last week I thought I’d give it a go. Though it has some issues and its penchant for indie quirk and twee soundtrack are at times mildly grating, in the end it’s a charmer.

Tag: romance

Ghost – Film Review

This classic 1990 weepie is admittedly a tad corny, but just like its star, it has so much earnest charm you can’t help but be won over by just how effective it is.

Chéri – Film Review

A perfectly watchable and enjoyable period romantic comedy-drama, with gorgeous scenery, decadent costumes and a fantastic role for Michelle Pfeiffer. I still couldn’t help but feel that it was a bit of a wasted potential, considering the talent involved.