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18 LIVEMAGS.NET FEBRUARY>>10 valentine'sday movie menu Love is on the Screen: V-Day Movies Most people look forward to holidays, whichever one it is. Usually, they mean a break from the routine, and allow us to focus on those we care about most. But Valentine's Day is a celebration that a majority of us have a love/hate relationship with. This time of year is often accompanied by sheer awkwardness, brought on by your mate's lofty expectations of romance. Get it wrong, and you can risk seriously upping the drama-quotient on an already pressure-filled day. Why not relief some of that stress by catching a romantic flick? There's nothing like an amorous movie to help communicate to your special someone exactly how you feel. As the day of love draws near, be sure to check out the following films in theaters or on DVD. They're a fool-proof way of getting it right. Writer>>Dalia van Den BoogaarD Valentine's Day – In Theaters The movie is freakin' called "Valentine's Day." How could you go wrong? Movie studios know Valentine's Day weekend is prime stomping ground for romantic comedies and this film is no exception. They also know how to fill up theaters by featuring one star-studded ensemble cast that will lure in every type of fan. Here is just a glimpse of the cast: Jessica Alba, Jessica Biel, Bradley Cooper, Patrick Dempsey, Jamie Foxx, Jennifer Garner, Anne Hathaway, Joe Jonas, Ashton Kutcher, Queen Latifah, Taylor Lautner, Julia Roberts and Taylor Swift. The plot interweaves, turns and twists, with every character seemingly connected, moving the film along at a good pace. Look for it to be the number one film of the weekend. Dear John – In Theaters If you and your date are up for something that requires a bit of concentration, this is the film for you. Coming from the same mind that brought us "The Notebook," and "A Walk to Remember," prepare to dive into a heavy drama with this one. Channing Tatum and Amanda Seyfried star as a solider and the woman he falls for respectively, whose relationship is tested when he's sent off to war, leaving them to communicate by letters (hence the title "Dear John"). The film is a great example of the power of commitment. Or if you're due to ship out soon, it's a perfect way to show your honey that this is as close to all that mushy-gushy stuff as you're going to get--enjoy it while it lasts.