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While any day is perfect for a cinema outing, there's something about the summer season that adds an extra sprinkle of magic to the big screen. With a lineup of incredible releases hitting theaters, we're here to be your guiding light. So, gather your friends, plan a memorable movie date, or enjoy solo moviegoing. Get ready to immerse yourself in captivating stories that will take you on an emotional rollercoaster ride. Here are six new films that deserve a spot on your summer watchlist.
Past Lives
Directed by Celine Song, Past Lives follows the story of Nora (Greta Lee) and Hae Sung (Teo Yoo), two childhood friends whose bond runs deep. Life took them on separate paths when Nora's family immigrated from South Korea to Canada. Later, Nora moved to the US, where she eventually found love and got married. However, destiny works its magic as Nora and Hae Sung unexpectedly cross paths once more for a truly fateful week. Together, they explore the themes of love and destiny, reflecting on their shared past and contemplating what the future holds. The romantic drama made its debut at the Sundance Film Festival in January and is set to hit cinemas on June 2.
Past Lives
Blue Jean
In 1988 England, during Margaret Thatcher's conservative government, a new law targeting the LGBTQ+ community caused Jean, a gym teacher, to lead a double life. Everything changes when a new student enters the picture and threatens to expose her. Desperate to maintain her job and integrity, Jean is forced to go to great lengths to protect her secret. The movie, directed by BAFTA nominee Georgia Oakley, stars Rosy McEwen, Kerrie Hayes, and Lucy Halliday. After its premiere at the Venice Film Festival in September, Blue Jean is finally making its way stateside on June 9.
Blue Jean
Asteroid City
Asteroid City brings together the best of romantic comedy-drama with an exciting sci-fi twist. In Wes Anderson's latest movie, a group of students and their parents embark on a journey to the much-anticipated annual Junior Stargazer convention, held in a fictional American desert town. However, their experience takes an extraordinary turn as world-changing events disrupt the convention's plans. The movie’s cast features Hollywood A-listers, including Tom Hanks, Maya Hawke, Scarlett Johansson, Tilda Swinton, and Adrien Brody. Asteroid City premiered at the 76th Cannes Film Festival, where it competed for the Palme d'Or, and is now coming to the big screen. The movie will have a limited theatrical release in the US on June 16, followed by a wider release on June 23.
Asteroid City
Theater Camp
Theater Camp made its premiere at Sundance, receiving two standing ovations from the audience. The mockumentary tells the story of AdirondACTS, a theater camp in upstate New York known as a sanctuary for aspiring performers. When the camp's resilient founder, Joan (Amy Sedaris), falls into a coma, her inexperienced son Troy (Jimmy Tatro) is tasked with keeping the camp afloat. With financial ruin looming, Troy teams up with Amos (Ben Platt), Rebecca-Diane (Molly Gordon), and a quirky group of teachers and students to find a solution before opening night arrives. Theater Camp is set to hit theaters on July 14.
Theater Camp
Barbie
Barbie is no doubt one of the most anticipated movie premieres of the summer. Directed by Greta Gerwig, the film is the first live-action adaptation of the iconic fashion dolls. The story centers around Barbie, who finds herself expelled from Barbieland for not being perfect enough. Joined by her boyfriend Ken, she sets off on an adventure in the real world, where they face both the joys and challenges of living among humans. Starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling in the lead roles, the movie also boasts a talented ensemble cast including Dua Lipa, Kate McKinnon, Michael Cera, Simu Liu, and many others. Make sure to mark your calendars for the upcoming release of Barbie on July 21.
Barbie
Oppenheimer
Oppenheimer is Christopher Nolan's debut biopic. The film, starring Cillian Murphy, delves into the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, a theoretical physicist who served as the director of the Los Alamos Laboratory during the Manhattan Project. The screen adaptation explores Oppenheimer's contributions that led to the creation of the atomic bomb. Joining Murphy in the cast are Emily Blunt, Matt Damon, Robert Downey Jr., and Florence Pugh. Oppenheimer is set to be released on July 21.
Oppenheimer
