If you’re stuck for something to watch this Valentines Day then here is our handy guide to all the essential new releases both on DVD and in Cinemas now!

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In Cinemas

This year sees a relatively Romance-free line-up in UK cinemas. While there are a number of fantastic films out at the moment, it’s hard to decide which will be most apt.

Her

Perhaps unlike any other romance film we’ve seen. Spike Jonze’s original and mesmerizing her hits the UK on Valentines Day having been released in the Us several weeks ago.

Joaquin Phoenix is Theodore, a lonely writer who starts falling in love with Samantha. However, Samantha happens to be the name of his recently purchased Operating System (OS1) Voiced by Scarlett Johansson, Samantha helps Theodore come to terms with his life, but how will they deal with the issue of falling in love with an artificially intelligent being?

You can read Philip Price’s full review here

That Awkward Moment

An actual Rom-Com for you to enjoy with a loved-one.

Starring Zac Efron as one of three best friends who find themselves at that confusing moment in every relationship when you have to decide “So…where is this going?

Perhaps the easiest choice for a Valentines Day date-night, Zac Efron is usually a good choice for the ladies, while a strong comedy backbone makes it accessible to all.

Read our full review of That Awkward Moment here

Something Different? The Lego Movie

 Perhaps not the typical date-movie for Vaentines day, however for anyone who grew up with or around Lego, this movie is sure to crack a smile.

A fantastically animated and well written movie, there’s plenty here for it to be enjoyed by people of all ages and could be an interesting change compared to the standard romance!

There is a little romance though, don’t worry.

Read our full review of The Lego Movie here

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On DVD/Blu-ray

About Time

Released on DVD and Blu-ray last week was the fantastic About Time, from the creator of Valentines classics in Love Actually and Notting Hill, this is the perfect new film release to cuddle-up with on the sofa after enjoying a homemade meal with your loved one.

At the age of 21, Tim discovers he can travel in time and change what happens and has happened in his own life. His decision to make his world a better place by getting a girlfriend turns out not to be as easy as you might think.

You can read our full review of About Time here

Sunshine on Leith

If you’re looking for something a little more lively, then Sunshine on Leith is the film for you on Valentines Day.

Based on the music of The Proclaimers, the tune-filled Sunshine on Leith follows the story of Davy and Ally who, after leaving the army having served in Afghanistan, struggle to get used to life back in Edinburgh as everyday life gets in the way.

It’s romantic, it’s funny and will have you singing along, perhaps this is the perfect film for Valentines Day?

You can read our full review of Sunshine on Letih here

Something Different? White House Down

Sick of the romance? Then White House Down should be your Valentines Day movie choice…

With a bit of everything to please both sexes, The President, RPG’s and car chases for the gents and Channing Tatum and Jamie Foxx for the ladies, White House Down might actually be the best choice.

While on a tour of the White House with his young daughter, a  policeman (Tatum) springs into action to save his child and protect the president (Foxx)from a heavily armed group of paramilitary invaders.

You can read our full review of White House Down here

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