I hate romantic movies, but the thing is...I want to like them a lot. I think there is nothing more adorable than being in love, or wanting to find love, and watching a movie that just reminds you of your relationship. Well, your relationship with more attractive people, outfits, one liners, and lifestyles.
My issue comes in when I watch probably 90% of the romantic movies I find them to be so fucking irritating I can't stand it. I'll be honest, it's mostly because of the women. They're always beautiful, they're always glamorous. They are size 2s and their hair always looks good. Their makeup is flawless, etc.
But usually I can't find a single other attractive feature about them. They're whiney, they overanalyze, they turn innocuous comments into vicious insults or conniving statements with ulterior motives. They stalk, they talk shit, they make fun of the guys friends, they make their guys stop doing their favorite activities, they hold sex ransom...They're generally annoying as shit.
Conversely, the leading guy is usually perfect. He has a great job, he always has a wonderful body, he has a sweet family, and that "I'm broken" demeanor that drives women crazy. He's funny, he's charming, he's athletic, he's considerate.
NOW, it can't be coincidence that the movies are always written this way. So my conclusion is either that men are actually looking for fucking psychotic women whose only attraction is physical...or these movies are just a tacit approval for women that their behavior is okay. That you can just do whatever you want, if you look pretty, and you'll get the man of your dreams...of any woman's dreams. These men will happen to women JUST LIKE YOU! Don't change, you're good just the way you are. He will love you for you, crazy shit and all. Isn't that amazing?! You deserve nothing but the best.
Fuck you, Romantic Movie Industry.
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