Valentine's Day need not revolve around romance. For those staying in and avoiding the loved-up crowds, there are plenty of feel-good films that celebrate friendship and nostalgia rather than predictable romantic plots.
Angus, Thongs & Perfect Snogging (2008) follows 14-year-old Georgia Nicholson as she navigates adolescence and pines after a new lad. Beneath the romantic surface lies a coming-of-age tale about insecurity and platonic bonds, complete with hilarious antics like shaving off an eyebrow or faking a cat's disappearance. The film is available on Netflix, Amazon Prime and Apple TV.
Wild Child (2008) stars Emma Roberts as Poppy Moore, a spoilt Malibu teenager sent to a strict English boarding school. Initially rebellious, she forms genuine friendships with her roommates and learns valuable lessons about warmth and belonging. The film features one of Natasha Richardson's final performances as headmistress Mrs Kingsley.
