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The Best Adaptations of Romances & Love Stories

Vanessa Diaz joins Rebecca for a conversation about the best movies adapted from romances and love stories, the ones that are due for a remake, and a few creative takes on what a love story even is.

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Discussed in this Episode:

Vanessa’s ode to Practical Magic

Rebecca revisits The Bridges of Madison County

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