The 1960s and 1970s saw a shift towards more realistic portrayals of love, with films like The Graduate (1967) and Annie Hall (1977) tackling themes of alienation, disillusionment, and the complexities of relationships. The 1980s introduced the MTV generation, with music videos becoming a staple of popular culture. Artists like Michael Jackson and Madonna used their music videos to tell stories of love, heartbreak, and desire, further blurring the lines between music, film, and television.