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- From vampire love to a later in life coming-of-age tale M-Net Movies 1 (DStv 104) caters to every Valentine's taste this February.
- Leading the line-up is local film Late Bloomer directed by Amy Jephta and starring Nicole Fortuin which premieres on 12 February.
- Other films to look forward to include: How to Be Single, Valentine's Day, The Proposal and The Twilight Saga.
There’s no boredom on the horizon!
Whether you’re rolling solo or with a partner, M-Net Movies 1 has a romantic line-up of movies for the month of love.
Kicking off Valentine’s viewing is the heartfelt local film Late Bloomer.
Directed and executive produced by Amy Jephta (Barakat, Skemerdans), the flick follows Lauryn, a woman for whom nothing is permanent – not jobs, relationships or even living arrangements. So not only must she confront the choices she’s made, but she also needs to contend with her changing body.
Late Bloomer stars Nicole Fortuin (Alles Malan, Die Boekklub) as Lauryn. Also staring in the romantic comedy is Danny Ross (Arendsvlei, Suidooster, Skemerdans), Monique Rockman (Suidooster, Gaia), award-winning comedian Kate Pinchuck, and award-winning stage actor Tankiso Mamabolo.
Late Bloomer premieres on Saturday 12 February at 20:00. It will also be available on Showmax from Thursday 28 February 2022.
WATCH THE TRAILER HERE:
Here are 13 other movies to watch during the month of love:
How to Be Single - 11 February at 20:00
Dakota Johnson and Rebel Wilson go in search of different ideas about love and relationships by living a single life.
Valentine’s Day - 14 February at 20:00
This romantic comedy with an all-star cast follows the stories of couples, their make-ups, break-ups and all the expectations and pressures that Valentine's Day brings.
The Proposal - 15 February at 20:00
The Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds modern classic romcom follows a hated boss who, desperate for a green card, must marry one of her staff to stay in America.
Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason - 17 February at 20:00
This sequel to the sweet romcom classic sees Bridget Jones finally in a stable relationship with Mark Darcy. But doubts brew when her ex-lover Daniel Cleaver returns.
10 Things I Hate About You - 18 February at 20:00
The modern classic adaptation of Shakespeare’s Taming of the Shrew, starring Julia Stiles and the late Heath Ledger.
The Runaway Bride - 19 February at 20:00
Julia Roberts and Richard Gere star in this timeless romcom about a woman who can’t commit to marriage and the journalist writing a story about her.
The Breakup - 20 February at 18:15
Vince Vaughn and Jennifer Aniston play a once-happy twosome who go to war after breaking up – with things getting nastier by the day.
When in Rome - 21 February at 20:00
A woman, unlucky in love, travels to Rome where she steals coins from the renowned fountain of love and is then pursued by a band of suitors.
Twilight Saga: New Moon - 23 February at 20:00
In the second Twilight film, Bella is devastated after Edward’s abrupt departure. She soon finds herself forming a bond with Jacob, who has his own secrets.
Twilight Saga: Eclipse - 24 February at 20:00
Fierce wolf vs vampire action in the third Twilight film as Bella is forced to choose between her love for Edward and her friendship with Jacob.
Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Pt 1 - 25 February at 20:00
The global hit begins its epic conclusion. Bella and Edward get some disturbing news that threatens the Wolf Pack and Bella's life.
Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Pt 2 - 26 February at 20:00
In the final chapter, the Cullens gather vampire allies in an attempt to save the life of the newborn.
This Is 40 - 28 February at 20:00
Knocked Up director Judd Apatow offers up a frank and often side-splittingly funny look at a couple struggling to come to terms with getting older.
