It's been months since I last set foot in a movie theatre -- probably the longest I've gone without the cinema since eighth grade. In my mind, a spectre of the pandemic still looms over those public spaces. I'm just not ready to take the risk (yet).
Instead, we are making do with countless at-home movie nights. (Which, if you know me, isn't exactly a stretch from the normal routine.) Having done extensive legwork in the field lol, I strung together some titles that make for good summertime entertainment :)
Linking to all the trailers so you can check them out for yourself!
I had a surprising amount of fun watching Palm Springs! Perfect if you're looking for a quasi-unconventional romantic comedy with easy laughs and very cute chemistry between main characters. The story itself is pretty silly, so be ready to suspend reality.
Snack pairing: Beer! Preferably, a local brew with a trendy-looking, colorful label ;)
You might remember that I rewatched The Birdcage back in May. I haven't stopped thinking about it since! Rarely does a movie give me genuine, unrelenting belly laughs -- watching this one, I was cackling until my stomach hurt and tears rolled down my cheeks, and kept youtube-ing favorite scenes for days afterward. The best!
Snack pairing: White wine and buttered toast points.
Knives Out is the least summery of the bunch, but its energy is super entertaining, making it perfect for a movie night anytime! It's a whodunnit story whose tone has a distinctly Clue-y quality, and a mammoth cast of completely outrageous characters. Let me know if you can guess the ending.
Snack pairing: Whisky, with a slice of leftover birthday cake.
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What's on the list for YOUR next movie night?
Image credit (top): The Ringer
Image credit (movie posters): Palm Springs, The Birdcage, Knives Out
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