It happens that there’s nothing to do at home and I don’t want to go anywhere. In addition, the mood and weather favor the privacy of the house. A cup of coffee or tea, sweets, pastries, a warm plaid and a film. If you are a fan of historical love films, our selection is just for you. Top 5: historical melodramas!
First place
The film "Young Victoria" is one of the most beloved, and takes first place in the category "Best Historical Melodramas"! It tells about a fragile, at first glance, vulnerable girl, who is actually very strong in character! Do you think it is so easy to be a woman and gain your place under the sun, becoming a queen? No! But she, thanks to her beautiful appearance, moral purity and unbending willpower, was able to win not only the loyalty of her subjects, but also of the whole people. Victoria lasted 63 years on the throne and during this period she experienced many joys and troubles. Big and pure love, palace intrigues and intrigues - all this was brilliantly conveyed by their play Emily Blunt and Rupert Friend.
Second place
How wonderful it is to be able to watch your favorite movies! Historical melodramas are paintings thanks to which you can feel every era! Two nominations for the Golden Globe Award, three nominations for the Oscar - this is about the historical film “Girl with a Pearl Earring”. The unusually picturesque, touching and romantic picture of Peter Weber deserves your viewing. The story from the life of the Dutch artist Jan Vermeer will not leave anyone indifferent. A young girl with the beautiful name Grit is forced to work as a servant in the huge house of the painter. At first she was allowed to do only the dirtiest work, but later entrusted to the workshop. The artist immediately draws attention to the sweet, timid and beautiful maid, without even knowing what awaits him. Gradually, they begin to communicate more and more and become truly close. But such a union does not please all members of the household, especially his wife. No one favors the owner’s favorite. And after she began to pose for the artist, she was simply hated ...
Third place
Historical melodramas always excite the mind. The film “Another of the Boleyn Clan” is a story about two sisters who vied for the love of the great king of England! The family lives in the province. But the ambitious, greedy father decided to secure a warm place for himself near the king, Henry VIII, at the expense of his daughters. He is ready to push his beauties into the arms of a cruel, voluptuous monarch. Mary is happy in marriage, but the crown bearer turned his eyes to her. She dutifully agrees to become his mistress and falls in love with the king. The fickle Henry sends her away, looking for Anna, the sister of Mary. The new favorite decides to play a role - to become a lady and queen. Her impregnability and beauty defeats Henry. He rushes from one extreme to another, but Anna’s desperate act leads her to death.
Fourth place
Historical French-style melodramas leave no one indifferent. The King's Way is a film about the magnificent era of the Sun King, love, intrigue and hatred. The sweet girl Francoise was born in prison, but noble blood flows in her veins. It seems that with such a situation, only misfortune and grief await her, but a chain of different events leads her to Paris. Her beauty leaves no one indifferent. King Louis himself turned his radiant attention to her. What will happen to the girl? What twists and turns does she fall into? You will learn about all this while watching a movie.
Fifth place
Historical melodramas are real masterpieces! “Marie Antoinette” is a film about a beautiful trendsetter, a coveted girl who has experienced all the sorrows of life. At a young age, she is given to marry a man whom she did not love - Louis Augustus. This political union did not bring happiness, and she, being the wife of the king, began to seek solace in the arms of various men. Stormy novels, social affairs, gossip and intrigue - that was what awaited her. She was a queen generous, kind and sincere, but not loved by her people. The queen who fell victim ... What happened? And what mistake became fatal? The film Marie Antoinette will give you the answer.
Plaid, tea and film
Watching such films, do not forget to stock up on warm tasty tea and sweets. Happy viewing!