10 Melodramas About Love and Precious Gems

Description: While not directly about jewels, Holly Golightly's iconic scene in front of Tiffany's window, dreaming of buying something from the store, captures the allure of luxury and the fantasy of wealth.

Fact: The film's opening scene was shot at 5:30 AM to capture the quiet, early morning ambiance of New York.

Description: A sequel to "Romancing the Stone," this adventure comedy involves a quest for a mystical jewel that promises eternal happiness, blending romance with treasure hunting.

Fact: The film was shot in Morocco, providing a rich backdrop for the jewel's journey.

Description: While primarily a love story, Titanic features the Heart of the Ocean, a fictional blue diamond necklace that becomes a symbol of Jack and Rose's love. The necklace's journey from the ship to the present day adds a layer of mystery and romance to the film.

Fact: The Heart of the Ocean necklace was auctioned off for charity, fetching over $

Description: A sophisticated cat-and-mouse game between a billionaire art thief and an insurance investigator, where a priceless Monet painting and a diamond necklace are central to the plot, symbolizing the stakes of their romantic and intellectual duel.

Fact: The film features a memorable scene where the characters play chess with actual pieces of art, including the diamond necklace.

Description: This adaptation of the famous musical features lavish sets and costumes, including a scene where Christine is given a ring by the Phantom, symbolizing his love and obsession.

Fact: The chandelier crash scene was one of the most expensive and technically challenging scenes to film.

Description: Princess Mia's journey to find a suitable husband includes a subplot involving a valuable tiara, symbolizing her royal duties and the expectations placed upon her.

Fact: The tiara worn by Anne Hathaway was designed by the same jeweler who created the crown for Queen Elizabeth II's coronation.

Description: Based on the life of Georgiana Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire, this film explores her tumultuous life, her love affairs, and her passion for fashion, which included an array of stunning jewels.

Fact: Keira Knightley, who played Georgiana, wore over 30 different wigs throughout the film to reflect the changing hairstyles of the period.

Description: Set in the Roaring Twenties, this film captures the essence of extravagance with its portrayal of lavish parties and the allure of the American Dream. The green light at the end of Daisy's dock symbolizes not only Gatsby's unattainable love but also the wealth and status he seeks through his collection of jewels.

Fact: The film's costume designer, Catherine Martin, won an Oscar for her work, which included designing over 1,700 pieces of jewelry.

Description: This vibrant musical tells the story of a poet's love for a courtesan, set against the backdrop of the opulent Moulin Rouge. The film uses lavish costumes adorned with jewels to reflect the decadence of the era.

Fact: The film's production design was inspired by the works of Toulouse-Lautrec, who was known for his paintings of the Moulin Rouge.

Description: A modern retelling of Cinderella, where the glass slipper is replaced by a pair of wings, but the theme of transformation and the allure of wealth through jewels remains central.

Fact: The film was shot in various French chateaux, adding authenticity to the fairy tale setting.