Fiddler on the Roof
Topol, Norma Crane, Leonard Frey
In pre-revolutionary Russia, a Jewish peasant with traditional values contends with marrying off three of his daughters with modern romantic ideals while growing anti-Semitic sentiment threatens his village.
Why you'll love it
The character of Yente serves as the village matchmaker in this musical about tradition and change.
Cyrano de Bergerac
Gérard Depardieu, Anne Brochet, Vincent Perez
Famed swordsman and poet Cyrano de Bergerac is in love with his cousin Roxane. He has never expressed his love for her as he his large nose undermines his self-confidence. Then he finds a way to express his love to her, indirectly.
Why you'll love it
The title character assists another man in wooing the woman Cyrano himself loves, using his gift for poetry and expression.
Hitch
Will Smith, Eva Mendes, Kevin James
A smooth-talking man falls for a hardened columnist while helping a shy accountant woo a beautiful heiress.
Why you'll love it
The film's main character is a professional matchmaker who helps men woo the women they love.
Emma
Gwyneth Paltrow, James Cosmo, Greta Scacchi
While matchmaking for friends and neighbours, a young 19th Century Englishwoman nearly misses her own chance at love.
Why you'll love it
Based on Jane Austen's novel, the protagonist enjoys matchmaking for her friends but learns about the complexities of relationships.
The MatchMaker
Janeane Garofalo, David O'Hara, Milo O'Shea
Marcy is an assistant to Senator John McGlory, who is having problems with a re-election campaign. Desperate for Irish votes, McGlory's chief of staff Nick sends Marcy to Ireland to trace McGlory's relatives or ancestors. Marcy ar...
Why you'll love it
A political aide is sent to Ireland to trace the roots of her boss, where she meets a matchmaker who stirs up a whirlwind of romantic entanglements.