That’s right. If you have books that you’re never going to
read, or that you know you won’t read again, just stick your finger way back in
your throat and ...
This was my latest book purge. Two stacks of books, and one
TV series. I’ll let you guess which one was the series.
Although, in an alternate universe, we could have had a La Vida series.
So I sold these to a used book store for a pittance.
Romeo compares Rosaline to the sun, moon, and stars. He declares his love for her. Startled at the L word, Rosaline doesn’t know how to reply. Then Romeo meets some chick named Juliet at a party, and now he’s courting her.
Rosaline spends all her time trying to sabotage Juliet—no, trust me, you don’t want that guy Romeo. All the while she is sending letters to Romeo and hoping for the best.
I don’t normally say this, but don’t watch the trailer. It goes through too much of the plot. If you do, just watch the first half minute.
Rosaline goes on my list of best movies. (You’re right, you’ve never seen that list.) Many don’t remember that in Romeo and Juliet, Romeo was first in love with some young woman named Rosaline who is never seen on stage. Then he forgets about her. This serves as the kernel for the story, but it goes far beyond that. Rosaline has her own love story, which is uproarious. She is courted by a young man named Dario, who is the only possible suitor she might consider. She spurns him, but he ends up protecting her when she trespasses into Montague territory. How will these two end up?
So yes, Rosaline is the best romantic comedy in my opinion. The scene where she crosses a stream while wearing her wide dress is worth rewatching. It has a little strategic foul language. Currently on Hulu.
