From Patrick Swayze to Kristin Wiig: 8 Movies You NEED to Watch Before Summer Ends!
August is finally here, and it's time to make sure that you've hit every movie on your Summer bucket list.
August is a month that both blazes brightly and hearkens in the coming fall. While there is still a lot of summer yet, there is something about this time of year that feels like the end in a beautiful and bittersweet way: just like many great movies. (What a seamless segue!)
There are some movies that just scream SUMMER. Of course, in this year of Barbie and Oppenheimer, it can be hard to remember any other movies exist. We have been caught in an explosively pink time-warp, and, while that may be wildly entertaining, there are other movies you definitely must check out before the beach days of 2023 come to an end.
Here are 8 movies that you NEED to watch before August ends!
1. Dirty Dancing
"No one puts baby in a corner," and no one has a Summer movie watch list without Dirty Dancing on it. When it comes to iconic movies with summer vibes, you would be hard pressed to find one more iconic than this classic starring Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey.
2. The Sandlot
If you find that your summer camp days include less dancing and more baseball, you need to make sure that The Sandlot gets a watch before the season is out. There is nothing that brings back the nostalgia of friendship and chaos than this eclectic ensemble comedy.
3. High School Musical 2
Maybe your summer has an equal share of dancing and baseball! (Wow, dancing and baseball seems to be a central conceit of many summer movies– should we start adding more dancing and baseball to our summers?) High School Musical 2 is a must watch. A viewing of this iconic movie will improve your already great Summer instantly: you can BET ON IT!
4. The Parent Trap
Whether you prefer the original film starring Hayley Mills or the newer adaptation starring a young Lindsay Lohan, The Parent Trap is the perfect balance of comedy, romance, and zany camp fun to bring everyone together after a warm day out in the sun.
5. Moonrise Kingdom
From the perfectly pastel aesthetics to the quirky, visually pleasing spirit of the films, Wes Anderson movies were made for the summer. You really can't go wrong when choosing an Anderson film to amplify your Summer experience, but we are recommending Moonrise Kingdom. The joyously off-beat, outdoorsy aspect of the film make it a perfect summer watch for all.
6. Bridesmaids
Sure, this is not strictly a SUMMER movie, but you're telling me that watching Bridesmaids at least once won't immediately improve your season 500%? This hilarious movie will get you so many laughs and great summer memories that you can carry with you forever.
7. 500 Days of Summer
If you are looking for a perfect summer rom-com, you need to take some time to watch 500 Days of Summer. A modern classic starring Zooey Deschanel and Joseph Gordon-Levitt, this movie will let you romanticize your summer like the main character you believe yourself to be.
8. Aquamarine
What is summer without a few mermaids? Aquamarine is one of those splash hits (Get it? Mermaids? Splash?) that brings good vibes and good times to any and all that see it. If you are looking for a magically nostalgic way to spend a summer day, grab some friends together and dive into Aquamarine.
Happy watching!
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