Safe Haven

If you've ever seen a film adaptation of a Nicholas Sparks book (like The Notebook, A Walk to Remember, and Dear John), then you've probably seen some common elements amid all that romance. Star-crossed lovers? Check. Beaches? Check. Sappy love letters? Check. In this episode of The Buzz, Entertainment Reporters Becky Kirsch and Shannon Vestal break down the Nicholas Sparks movie clichés that we can't help but love. Check it out before Sparks's newest adaptation, Safe Haven, hits theaters.

Julianne Hough stars as the leading lady in Nicholas Sparks's latest film adaptation, Safe Haven. Julianne paired up with Josh Duhamel for the romantic film, and at a recent press event in LA, she filled us in on her strange audition process, which scene she was reluctant to film, and why she needed to give Josh some tips on his dance moves. Watch to see what else Julianne had to say about her Valentine's Day plans and her new initiative to help women. Safe Haven is in theaters today.

Nicholas Sparks is author of several bestselling romance novels that have been turned into films, including The Notebook, The Last Song, and most recently, Safe Haven. We sat down with the writer at a press event in LA to chat about his latest film adaptation, which stars Josh Duhamel and Julianne Hough. Nicholas also chatted about his past projects that have led to real relationships, the fun he had with the film's thriller elements, and what's in store for his next film, The Best of Me. Nicholas touched on his plans for Valentine's Day as well, which also happens to be Safe Haven's release date.

Julianne Hough and Josh Duhamel premiered Safe Haven in NYC last night and chatted with us about their Valentine's Day plans with their respective significant others, Ryan Seacrest and Fergie. We're taking you to the red carpet, as well as recapping the day's biggest headlines, including Vivienne Jolie-Pitt's Maleficent payday and J Lo stopping a Grammys crasher, in this POPSUGAR Rush.

Cobie Smulders plays Jo in Nicholas Sparks's latest film adaptation, Safe Haven. Cobie paired up with Julianne Hough for the best-friend role with a bit of mystery, and at a recent press event in LA, Cobie filled us in on working with "triple threat" Julianne, adding a romantic film to her résumé, and her Valentine's Day plans as a newlywed. Watch to see what else Cobie had to say, and check out Safe Haven in theaters Feb. 14.

Safe Haven's Josh Duhamel and author Nicholas Sparks surprised the POPSUGAR editors at our office in San Francisco, CA — with cupcakes! Watch as they ambush our editors, snap some funny photos with us in our photo booth, and share the sweet treats. You can catch Safe Haven in theaters Feb. 14.