If you loved the bittersweet romance and darkly whimsical tone of 'Elvis & Anabelle' (2007), this list is for you. Discover 10 movies and shows that capture the same blend of love, loss, and unexpected connections, perfect for fans of unconventional love stories with a touch of melancholy.

The Notebook (2004)
Description: A timeless love story that weaves together passion, memory, and the enduring power of love, set against a backdrop of societal expectations and personal struggles.
Fact: The iconic rain kiss scene was entirely improvised by the actors. The film's success helped revive interest in the romance genre during the 2000s.


Dear John (2010)
Description: A wartime romance that examines how distance and circumstances test love, featuring emotional letters as a central storytelling device and themes of longing and sacrifice.
Fact: The film's beach house scenes were shot at the same location used for 'The Notebook.' It was the first Nicholas Sparks adaptation to feature a soldier as the male lead.


The Last Song (2010)
Description: A coming-of-age romance that combines first love with family reconciliation, set in a beach town with themes of healing and personal growth.
Fact: This was Miley Cyrus's first major film role outside of her Hannah Montana persona. Nicholas Sparks wrote the novel specifically with Cyrus in mind for the adaptation.


The Age of Adaline (2015)
Description: A romantic fantasy about a woman who stops aging, examining how eternal youth affects love and relationships across decades, with a melancholic yet hopeful tone.
Fact: The film's concept was in development for nearly a decade before production. Adaline's vintage costumes were meticulously researched to reflect different eras accurately.


The Spectacular Now (2013)
Description: A raw and authentic portrayal of young love that doesn't shy away from personal flaws and emotional vulnerabilities, with a focus on character-driven storytelling.
Fact: The screenplay was adapted from a novel that won the 2008 PEN Center USA Literary Award. Much of the dialogue was improvised to create naturalistic performances.


The Fault in Our Stars (2014)
Description: A poignant romance that explores love and loss through the lens of young protagonists facing life-threatening illnesses, blending emotional depth with a bittersweet narrative.
Fact: The film's title is inspired by a line from Shakespeare's play 'Julius Caesar.' The book's author, John Green, made a cameo appearance in the movie.


Me Before You (2016)
Description: A heartfelt story about an unconventional romance between a caregiver and a paralyzed man, delving into themes of love, sacrifice, and the complexities of life choices.
Fact: The movie was filmed in various picturesque locations across the UK, including Pembroke Castle in Wales. The novel it's based on was a bestseller in multiple countries.


The Space Between Us (2017)
Description: An unconventional love story about a boy raised on Mars who comes to Earth and falls for a girl, exploring themes of connection across impossible distances.
Fact: The film's original title was 'Out of This World.' It features one of the first depictions of a human born on Mars in cinema history.


Midnight Sun (2018)
Description: A tender romance about a girl with a rare condition that prevents her from being in sunlight, finding love with a boy who helps her experience life despite her limitations.
Fact: The film is a remake of a 2006 Japanese movie. The condition depicted (XP) affects about 1 in 250,000 people worldwide, making sunlight potentially deadly for sufferers.


Five Feet Apart (2019)
Description: Centers on two young patients with cystic fibrosis who must maintain physical distance but develop a deep emotional connection, exploring love amidst medical constraints.
Fact: The film's medical consultant was a real-life cystic fibrosis patient. The title refers to the six-foot rule that CF patients must follow, reduced by one foot as a symbolic gesture.
