The 1980s and 1990s witnessed a surge in romantic comedies, with films like When Harry Met Sally (1989), Sleepless in Seattle (1993), and Notting Hill (1999) becoming box office hits. These movies often relied on witty dialogue, comedic misunderstandings, and a meet-cute to spark the romance. Dramas like The Notebook (1994) and Titanic (1997) also captured audiences' hearts, with epic love stories that transcended time and circumstance.