The teaser trailer for the gonzo horror-sci-fi comedy "Companion" released late last year stated that it was "from the studio that brought you 'The Notebook.'" This is cheeky, for sure, but it's also technically true: "Companion" studio New Line Cinema was responsible for the beloved Ryan Gosling/Rachel McAdams romance.

If you want to give a new or lesser-known movie a shot for your Valentine's Day date, here's a list of films — some old and some new.