Nature’s Love Stories: 10 Romantic Films

Description: Although primarily known for its urban settings, this film includes scenes in the countryside, where the characters' relationship blossoms. The natural settings provide a contrast to their tumultuous love story.

Fact: The film's iconic theme song, "The Way We Were," won the Academy Award for Best Original Song.

Description: While not a traditional romance, this film captures the magic of nature and its healing powers, as a young girl discovers a hidden garden that becomes a place of love, growth, and transformation.

Fact: The film was shot at various locations in England, including the historic Allerton Castle, which provided the perfect backdrop for the secret garden.

Description: Set against the backdrop of Montana's stunning landscapes, this epic tale of love, war, and family explores the lives of the Ludlow brothers, with nature playing a significant role in their personal journeys and relationships.

Fact: The film was shot in Alberta, Canada, which stood in for Montana, and the ranch used was the same one used in "The Unforgiven."

Description: This poignant love story unfolds in rural Iowa, where the natural beauty of the area serves as a backdrop to an intense, brief affair between a photographer and a housewife.

Fact: The film was based on a novel by Robert James Waller, which became a bestseller before its adaptation.

Description: This film follows a mother and daughter as they seek help for their injured horse, leading to a romantic connection with the horse whisperer. The vast, open landscapes of Montana are integral to the story's emotional and physical healing.

Fact: Robert Redford, who directed and starred in the film, also trained in horse whispering techniques for his role.

Description: A woman's journey to self-discovery in the rolling hills of Tuscany, where she finds love, friendship, and a new life amidst the beauty of the Italian countryside.

Fact: The film was shot on location in Tuscany, Italy, and the villa used in the movie is a real estate property available for rent.

Description: While much of the film takes place in urban settings, the pivotal scenes of love and reconciliation occur in a serene, natural environment, emphasizing the purity of the characters' connection.

Fact: The house used for the scenes at Noah's home was built specifically for the movie and was later sold as a private residence.

Description: A unique love story where two people living in different times communicate through a magical mailbox, with the serene lake house setting playing a pivotal role in their connection. The film beautifully intertwines time travel with romance amidst nature.

Fact: The lake house used in the film is actually a set built specifically for the movie, located in Chicago.

Description: Set in the 19th-century English countryside, this film explores themes of love, independence, and nature through the life of Bathsheba Everdene, whose farm and the surrounding landscapes are central to the narrative.

Fact: The film was shot in Dorset, England, where Thomas Hardy, the author of the original novel, set many of his stories.

Description: This film tells the story of a WWII veteran who helps a young woman by pretending to be her husband, leading to a romantic journey through the picturesque vineyards of Napa Valley. The lush scenery enhances the emotional depth of their evolving relationship.

Fact: The film was shot on location in Napa Valley, California, and the vineyard scenes were filmed at the historic Beringer Vineyards.