The romance genre is a common and beloved genre. With big time directors like Richard Linklater, Nancy Meyers, and Damien Chazelle which have innovated and created the game so that every generation can enjoy this genre. Romance  usually does well do the fact its so emotional and it has the common theme of love which everyone can connect to on some sort of level.

The typical audience ranges heavily, it can be from teenagers to people in their 40s. However romance can be enjoyed by people with a age more than 40 as well. They attract such huge demographics as one love is universal and 2 people who start relationships or looking into them can associate with romance, and so can people who want to make their romance to last longer or be at another level. One of the most successful films is La la la land with over 440 million in gross income. it shows the immense love and potential of this genre.

The common theme revolves around 2 characters who play around with love. Many stories often begin with something called a meet cute moment a special moment witch makes the spark of love. The issues often arise due to the fact they cant be together, like family's opposition or long distance. In the notebook noah and allie fall in love, but they face issues such as class, but they persist and eventually are able to love each other. This is a good example of the emotional pull it provides.

This genre is heavily based on how it feels visually and emotionally. When editing  they use warm tones and low lighting to show closeness. Dialogue is key as it provides the sparks of love, and essential key details which keeps audiences engaged. Costumes and setting are really important as they provide colors which can express emotions. When editing editors make sure to use close ups of peoples faces, and use moments of silence in order to connect to the audience.

In terms of institutional conventions, romance usually conveyed through imagery and emotions, movies often use contact gazing of eyes etc... They use pastel colors to show love. Trailers are super important as they leave important cliff hangers which are dramatic and reeling. Films are often published during holidays to give people a romantic sort of vibe. Marketing often includes soundtracks which often also become popular like a thousand years by twilight.

The note book perfectly shows the perfect romance film. It’s told through 2 peoples who's love defies all problems. It has a perfectly emotional narrative with beautiful cinematography. The film’s color palate makes it so iconic. Similarly, Crazy rich Asians had great innovations with there humor and culture. Rachel and nicks relation ship can really connect to real relationships while being innovative.

Other strong examples of the romance genre include pride and prejudice from 2005, Silver linings play book from 2012 and About time from 2013. Each of these explores loves complexity playful natures sacrifices and all of theme are timeless.