Romance has been an essential part of cinema since the creation of the medium.

Early romantic films, such asSunrise: A Song of Two HumansandCity Lightsstill have value today.

Many of these excellent projects from the 2010s have sadly gone underrated.

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However, his performance in the2014 independent dramedyInfinitely Polar Bearfelt like a significant maturation.

Ruffalos eccentric yet sincere work ensures thatInfinitely Polar Bearis both humorous and thoughtful.

Both Molina and Lithgow deliver excellent performances as characters that cherish the precious moments they have together.

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8’Demolition' (2015)

Theloss of directorJean-Marc Valleewas a major blow to the film industry.

The tragedy inspires Davis to take a radical break and literally rebuild his life from the ground up.

Their run from authorities attracts increased attention and results in a media circus.

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ScreenwriterLena Waithefinds a subtlety of emotion in her characters amidst such sensitive subject material.

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