30th Ji.hlava International Documentary Film Festival

23. 10.–1. 11. 2026
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The Narrative Glue: An Analysis of Relationships and Romantic Storylines in Contemporary Media

Abstract Romantic storylines are a dominant force across narrative media, from literature and film to video games and television series. Far from being mere subplots or "filler," romantic relationships serve as critical engines for character development, thematic exploration, and audience engagement. This paper examines the structural and psychological functions of romantic storylines, arguing that they operate as a unique narrative category that bridges external plot events with internal character arcs. Through analysis of the "will-they-won't-they" trope, the evolution of enemies-to-lovers, and the role of romance in non-romance genres, this paper concludes that effective romantic storytelling is predicated on mutual character transformation rather than the mere achievement of a coupled state. Tropes aren't clichés; they are the "emotional shorthand"

Checkpoints: Following "rules" like the 3-3-3 rule—evaluating the connection at three dates, three weeks, and three months—can provide a structural timeline for a blossoming romance. Far from being mere subplots or "filler," romantic


Festival partners

Ministerstvo kultury
Fond kinematografie
Město Jihlava
Kraj Vysočina
Creative Europe Media
Česká televize
Český rozhlas
Aktuálně.cz
Respekt
Dafilms

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