In the 1988 movie Playing by Heart, Angelina Jolie’s character, Joan, states, “Talking about love is like dancing about architecture.” While discussing love may seem daunting, many famous writers, actors, and activists (luckily) disagreed with this assessment. To kick off the Valentine's Day season, we'll turn to some of our favorite lovers for their takes on this seemingly inexplicable feeling. Whether you're looking for love letter ideas or simply wanting to get in the Valentine's Day mood, we're here with some guidance and inspiration.

