Moviemakers often spice up films with love scenes, a nod to the way a little spice makes our favorite foods taste better. However, there are instances when this metaphorical spice ends up over seasoning the cinematic dish, making the movie tough to swallow.
Intrigued? Then, let’s dive into the juiciest details of movie love scenes that pushed the boundaries too far.
Take ‘Watchmen’ (2009), for example. This comic book adaptation stirred up mixed reactions among its fans. Director Zack Snyder took creative liberty, transforming an endearing comic scene between Nite Owl and Silk Spectre II into an excessive, softcore adult-themed scene, all set to the tune of Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah”.
In ‘Gigli’ (2003), a movie that’s often rated among the worst, there’s an infamous love scenet that made it even more well-known in a bad way. To create a romantic atmosphere, Jennifer Lopez’s character utters the puzzling catchphrase “It’s turkey time, gobble gobble.” leaving a cringeworthy mark in cinematic history.
‘Gone Girl’ (2014) nearly escaped this list, as the whole point of the movie is to push limits. But the overly intense “love scene” between Amy and her friend Desi is a real teeth-grinder, making it impossible to exclude.
