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But modern storytelling is subverting this. We are now seeing "anti-romances" (like Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind ) and "slow-burn friendships" that question whether the romantic label is even necessary.
This trope forces characters into intimate situations, allowing them to skip the "small talk" phase and see each other's true selves under the guise of a lie.
But modern storytelling is subverting this. We are now seeing "anti-romances" (like Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind ) and "slow-burn friendships" that question whether the romantic label is even necessary.
This trope forces characters into intimate situations, allowing them to skip the "small talk" phase and see each other's true selves under the guise of a lie.