This document is a student's compare and contrast essay analyzing the romantic comedy films "The Proposal" and "About Time". The essay summarizes the plot of each film, noting that "The Proposal" focuses on the relationship between a boss and her assistant, while "About Time" is a more personal story about a man using time travel to find his true love. It also compares the personalities of the main characters, describing the boss in "The Proposal" as powerful but learning to be generous, and the protagonist in "About Time" as desperate to find love but also responsible towards his family. In conclusion, the essay states both films convey good values despite their differences in story and characters.