THE GREATEST LOVE STORIES EVER TOLD ON SCREEN
#1 CASABLANCA (1942)
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he American Film Institute (AFI) is committed to preserving and informing the public about the past, present, and future of motion pictures. One of their most recognizable endeavors has been a series designed to celebrate a century of American cinema. The AFI’s 100 Years…100 Passions highlights the top 100 love stories ever told on the big screen.
WEST SIDE STORY (1961)
The AFI’s undisputed top choice tells the story of Humphrey Bogart’s Rick and his chance runin with former flame Ilsa, played by Ingrid Bergman. Viewers will regret not seeing this one. Maybe not today, maybe not tomorrow, but soon and for the rest of their lives.
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#3 One of the most iconic films of its day, this musical tells the classic story of the Sharks and the Jets as they fight over turf on New York’s Upper West Side. Winner of a staggering 10 Academy Awards.
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#21 PRETTY WOMAN (1991)
This film tells a modern-day Cinderella story that sees Vivian, a streetwalker, meet Edward, a high-powered businessman. What starts out as a business deal for a week turns into true love between the two.
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#34 BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (1991)
Belle, a bright, young girl, is imprisoned in a castle by the Beast. Belle is able to overcome her fears and learns to look beyond the Beast’s gruff exterior and see the person he is on the inside. Is she the true love that can break the Beast’s spell?
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