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Saturday, 06 February 2010 07:58

Dinner and a Movie: The Anti-Valentine's Day Movie List

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 Every year on Valentines Day, single men and women, without a Valentine of their own, are left to their own devices. Not saying there is anything wrong with Valentine's Day, but for those who aren't exactly "looking forward" to February 14th — have no fear. If you are among the many who will stay at home this Valentines Day, MCCN has the ultimate Anti-Valentine's Day movie list, plus some comfort food dishes to keep you in good spirits.  Happy Anti-Valentine's Day! 

 North by Northwest
Need an escape from reality? There's nothing like a little case of mistaken Identity to shake things up. A New York ad executive is mistaken as an agent by foreign spies, and has to flee to surive. While enjoying Cary Grant run from a biplane, try a helping of potato salad with Sausage and vegetables in light of the Dakota's German heritage.

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The Big Lebowski
"The Dude" abides as Jeff Bridges turns in a pop culture worthy performance as Jeffery Lebowski. Wrongly targeted by kidnappers, The Dude must track down the right Lebowski and fix the wrongs done to him. In keeping with the lackadaisical tone of the film, either have some breakfast for dinner (Pancakes recommended) or order out. Just remember to pair it with the Dude's favorite drink, a White Russian.

My Bloody Valentine 3-D
For those in a foul mood, a horror film about Valentine's Day might do the trick. Either the 1981 version or the 2009 remake should satisfy your distaste of Valentines Day. Just remember to fix yourself a nice Devonshire Sandwich. Don't forget to pour on the Heinz Ketchup.

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Memento
Sometimes after a particularly bad relationship, we all hope for a little memory loss. Why not watch a man who can't quite remember what just happened? Memento is an amazing film that follows a man as he tries to solve his wife's murder. Munch on something you love, be it candy, ice cream or a hot dog as you follow along with the twists and turns of the film.

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Editors Picks: Chasing Papi
Three women are in love with one man but learn new lessons about love and personal identity. This one is sure to put a positive light on being single. Have some sancocho (a soup with meat and vegetables in a broth) in light of leading actress Sophia Vergara's Colombian heritage.

The Namesake: The namesake stars Kal Penn and is based off of the best selling book.  American-born Gogol, the son of Indian immigrants, wants to fit in with Americans. This is a story of a young man working working through identity. Since this movie is rich with traditions check out our article on India's Tea Time.

Thelma and Louise: How American, this classic film's ending truly means give me liberty or give me death.  Although, not a suggestion for the second option this film is truly a single woman's bon bon eating film with a side of young Brad Pitt.

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Waiting to Exhale: Liberation, Desperation, love and realization all take place in Waiting to Exhale starring Angela Bassett, Whitney Houston, the late Gregrory Hines and more.  A perfect story for Anti-Valentine's women to feel comfortable with being  single. Check out Sylvia  of Harlem's drink recipe named for the movie. Waiting to Exhale Drink

Reviews by Michael Fusco and MCCN Editor Crystal Johnson

Check Out the Anti-Valentine's Day List Part II

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  • Comment Link afrofilmviewer Monday, 15 February 2010 03:00 posted by afrofilmviewer

    I really do reckon you should have had Rules of attraction and closer on your list

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  • Comment Link Dave Monday, 15 February 2010 01:47 posted by Dave

    I believe "Audition" should be a mainstay on this list!

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  • Comment Link Jed Sunday, 14 February 2010 00:39 posted by Jed

    Fatal Attraction

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  • Comment Link Cate Saturday, 13 February 2010 18:36 posted by Cate

    I love any food-relationship connections (even if I'm more of an Un-Valentine's Day girl) and these are great selections - thanks!

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  • Comment Link bill Saturday, 13 February 2010 18:23 posted by bill

    THE RULES OF ATTRACTION has got to be the ultimate anti-romantic comedy, that should be in the list, it's easily the darkest american teen movie ever. I recall when i went to see it for the first time and seeing all these teenage couples in there thinking they were watching what you would expect from such a misleeding title, only for some of them to leave within five minutes, and if you've seen the film you will know why. Plus you get james van der beek, aka dawson from dawson's creek being a serial shagging, coke snorting, sometimes suicidal, cold hearted bastard. Twisted brilliance! you'll never watch american pie in the same way again.

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  • Comment Link Tim Irwin Saturday, 13 February 2010 04:28 posted by Tim Irwin

    Nice list, with some interesting variety. I wouldn't have thought of "Memento," but it's surely a worthy addition.

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  • Comment Link david isles iii Saturday, 13 February 2010 02:19 posted by david isles iii

    I would suggest Eraserhead

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  • Comment Link Bill Friday, 12 February 2010 19:51 posted by Bill

    Excellent choices!

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  • Comment Link MikeyMo Wednesday, 10 February 2010 07:34 posted by MikeyMo

    Not even the Valentine slasher made in 2001 on list?

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  • Comment Link Crystal Saturday, 06 February 2010 19:54 posted by Crystal

    I think that Thelma and Louise and My Best Friend's Wedding have redeeming qualities for anti-valentine's movie picks- Crystal in Los Angeles

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