Moving On from the Montague: Why You Should Stream Rosaline (2022)

Is it high-brow Shakespeare? Absolutely not. Is it a fun, 90-minute romp with a killer lead performance and a great message about finding your own path? Definitely. Rosaline is currently streaming on Hulu. Review: Rosaline (2022) - Luke's Living Room

Rosaline operates like a "behind-the-scenes" look at Romeo & Juliet . It paints Romeo not as a romantic hero, but as a flighty, slightly-too-intense teenage boy who falls "in love" with whoever is currently standing on a balcony. Watching Rosaline attempt to sabotage the famous romance while slowly realizing she might actually want something else entirely is a journey of self-discovery that feels surprisingly relatable. The Verdict

Think 10 Things I Hate About You meets Bridgerton . The movie uses a playful mix of modern pop covers—including a medieval rendition of Robyn’s "Dancing On My Own" and Natalie Cole’s "This Will Be"—that makes the Renaissance setting feel vibrant and current. It doesn't take itself too seriously, and that’s exactly why it works. 4. It Flips the Script on "Star-Crossed"

While the plot is technically about Rosaline trying to win back Romeo, the real heart of the movie is her chemistry with (Sean Teale). He’s the dry-witted, chivalrous suitor her father is trying to pawn her off on, and their banter is easily the highlight of the film. If you're a fan of the "we hate each other but actually we’re perfect" dynamic, you’re going to be Team Dario by the twenty-minute mark. 3. A Soundtrack for the Gen-Z Soul