Romantic comedies are like pizza, even when they’re bad, they’re still pretty good, right? But some movies that fall under this category are actually quite creepy when you think about it. From stalking to manipulative behavior, there are some films that leave a sour taste in your mouth, like sour candy that’s too sour even for a dare. Here are ten romantic comedies that are actually really creepy. Cue the spooky music!
1.”500 Days of Summer” (2009)
This indie hit tells the story of Tom (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) and Summer (Zooey Deschanel) and their tumultuous relationship. While the film is often praised for its realistic portrayal of modern dating, Tom’s obsession with Summer is borderline creepy. He idealizes her and projects his own fantasies onto her, leading to a toxic dynamic. Tom, buddy, that’s not how love works.
2.”Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” (2004)
This unconventional romantic comedy is known for its mind-bending plot and heartfelt performances. However, when you take a closer look, the idea of erasing memories of a failed relationship is pretty unsettling. It’s a slippery slope to go down and raises a lot of ethical questions. Plus, how would you even know if you had a bad ex? You wouldn’t have any memories left!
3.”The Wedding Singer” (1998)
While “The Wedding Singer” is a beloved classic, the character of Glenn (Matthew Glave) is undeniably creepy. He is engaged to Julia (Drew Barrymore), but he is controlling, jealous, and manipulative. His behavior is not romantic in any sense of the word. Glenn, chill out man, nobody likes a controlling groomzilla.
4.”Forgetting Sarah Marshall” (2008)
This raunchy comedy tells the story of Peter (Jason Segel), who is trying to get over his ex-girlfriend Sarah Marshall (Kristen Bell) by going on a vacation. However, when he discovers that Sarah is staying at the same resort, he becomes obsessed with winning her back. His behavior is not only creepy but also disrespectful to his current partner. Peter, dude, take a chill pill, nobody wants a clingy ex.
