Greatest Chick Flicks

Usually chicks flicks or girlie films are more appreciated by women than men. These movies are romantic comedies in which the actress is the main protagonist dealing with some comic situations but many times these films provide a heartwarming message. These films are usually made to target female audiences primarily teens and young adults. Even though these movies are girl oriented, this hasn't stopped them from ringing cash registers and getting lots of awards and critical acclaim.

These films are especially designed to have a natural appeal to the female audience, especially young girls. However, some movie critics call it a waste of time and money. They dismiss these films by calling them, "A short trip to the beauty salon". However, these romantic films still prove to be big box office blockbusters and have managed to charm audiences every time. Not only girls even guys have started liking chick flicks.

Best Chick Flicks Ever

Chick flicks usually portray love stories but some of them are excellent written dramas which portray the various complexities in life. Some of these movies like Sophie's Choice and Erin Brockovich are marvelous films which have been praised by critics and audiences alike.

Camille
It is a tragic story about a woman who has to sacrifice her own happiness so that she can prove her love. The story is based on a famous novel by the same name written by Alexander Dumas.

Breakfast at Tiffany's
A classic. The film is about Holly Golightly, a New York city play girl who is all set to marry a rich billionaire. Paul Varjak is her next door neighbor and a writer who is sponsored by an elderly woman. See how the romance blossoms in between the two in one of the best romantic movies of all time.

The English Patient
Inspired by a classic novel of the same name, The English Patient got rave reviews and was one of the most commercially successful films of the 90's. I won't reveal anything about the story because I want you guys to watch it!

Bend it Like Beckham
If you are making the list of greatest chick flicks, Bend it Like Beckham deserves a spot in the top 10. It is a great story about an Indian Punjabi family who prevents their soccer loving daughter from playing football. A story of courage and honor about women. Do watch it!

Legally Blonde
It is about a simple blonde who gets dumped by her boyfriend because he thinks that she is not smart enough for him. She vows to win his love back and enters Harvard to study law with him. Reese Witherspoon has given one of the best performances of her career as Elle Woods.

Sex and the City
They are America's favorite girls; Carrie, Miranda, Charlotte and Samantha have been an important part of New York and taught single women everywhere, how to live life to the fullest. Catch a new chapter of their life in Sex and the City; the movie, fans won't be disappointed.

Top 10 Great Chick Flicks

Women have been an undeniable part of the film industry since its inception. There have been some great chick flick movies which most of us haven't seen because we have the general impression that it is only for girls. Here is a list of some good chick flicks which can be watched by people of both the sexes and have a fun time.

1. Bridget Jones's Diary (2001)
2. Pretty Woman (1990)
3. The Women (1939)
4. When Harry Met Sally (1989)
5. Sabrina (1954)
6. Grey Gardens (1975)
7. An Affair to Remember (1957)
8. Steel Magnolias (1969)
9. Grease (1978)
10. It Happened One Night (1934)

50 Great Chick Flicks

Whether it is a slumber party or a bad breakup, the greatest chick flicks of all time have shown almost every possible scenario that a woman goes through in her life. The following list of chick flicks portray woman power in different forms. Let's have a look...

1. An Education (2010)
2. Terms of Endearment (1983)
3. Raising Helen (2004)
4. Something's Gotta Give (2003)
5. Laurel Canyon (2002)
6. June Bug (2005)
7. P.S. I Love You (2007)
8. Chocolat (2000)
9. My Big, Fat Greek Wedding (2002)
10. Enchanted (2007)
11. The Devil Wears Prada (2006)
12. Eat, Pray, Love (2010)
13. Burlesque (2010)
14. When in Rome (2010)
15. The Twilight Saga: Eclipse (2010)
16. The Back-up Plan (2010)
17. Life As We Know It (2010)
18. Going the Distance (2010)
19. The Way We Were (1973)
20. Titanic (1997)
21. The First Wives Club (1996)
22. Brief Encounter (1945)
23. The Piano (1993)
24. How Stella Got Her Groove Back (1998)
25. Romy And Michele's High School Reunion (1997)
26. Like Water For Chocolate (1992)
27. How Do You Know? (2010)
28. The Virgin Suicides (1999)
29. Gone With The Wind (1939)
30. Thelma & Louise (1991)
31. Sophie's Choice (1982)
32. The Bridges Of Madison County (1995)
33. Love and Other Drugs (2010)
34. Stella Dallas (1937)
35. Fried Green Tomatoes (1991)
36. The Truth About Cats & Dogs (1996)
37. The Great Gatsby (1974)
38. Ever After (1998)
39. Runaway Bride (1999)
40. Monsoon Wedding (2001)
41. Hope Floats (1998)
42. Romeo And Juliet (1968)
43. The Princess Diaries (2001)
44. Somewhere In Time (1980)
45. Dirty Dancing (1987)
46. You've Got Mail (1998)
47. Four Weddings And A Funeral (1994)
48. Sleepless In Seattle (1993)
49. Divine Secrets Of The Ya-Ya Sisterhood (2002)
50. The Notebook (2004)

I hope you have liked the list of the greatest chick flicks to see. Most of these films have been featured in the esteemed list of highest grossing movies of all time. The names mentioned here are the perfect way to spend a lazy afternoon or a friends stay over.