Anyone who knows me, or has read any of my writing on this or other websites, knows that I am a movie fan. I love movies. I don’t like all films, but I love the art of storytelling, the spectacle of cinema, film scores which are the symphonies of our time and the theatrical experience.
I know not everyone is with me on this front, and that’s okay. I get the comfort and beauty of sitting on your couch at home and the ability to pause the movie to have more snacks or to go to the bathroom. I like that too, but there’s something about seeing a movie in the theater.
Going to the movies was my favorite thing to do as a kid. My heart was pounding in anticipation of the house lights dimming, the THX intro blasting my eardrums, and waiting for the first trailer for a movie I’d never heard of. Although I always loved going to the theater, I have to admit, summer was my favorite time of year. Of course, I loved playing outside, running through the sprinklers and collecting as much change as I could to ride my bike with my friends, ride to the leisure center and swim in the crowded pool. But the real reason I loved summer was for the summer blockbusters.
My father subscribed to Entertainment Weekly and every year in early May it published the “Summer Movie Preview.” I checked the mail daily, waiting for the number to arrive. When it did, I would run inside and flip through every page, familiarizing myself with each new movie coming out and marking in my mental calendar the release date.
Yes, to answer your question, I was a huge nerd. But I don’t care, because I loved the summer movie list. Summer brought us huge blockbuster hits like “Jaws,” “Speed,” “Independence Day” and “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.”
My enthusiasm for the summer movie season has waned somewhat as an adult, but my love of cinema and the movie-going experience has not.
What movies should we look forward to this summer? From imaginary friends to giant tornadoes, there’s something for everyone.
Here’s a look at the summer 2024 films.
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“IF”: May 17
There are a few family films to look forward to this summer and John Krasinski’s “IF” kicked them off. A departure from “A Quiet Place” (Krasinski’s previous film), this new film seems to boast a creative and fun trip to the theater.
“Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga”: May 24
This highly anticipated prequel to the “Mad Max” franchise, directed by George Miller, delves into the story of the fierce Furiosa, played this time by Anya Taylor-Joy, as she navigates a dangerous desert.
“The Garfield Movie”: May 24
Going head to head or face to face with “Furiosa” is “Garfield”. The lasagna-loving feline is back on the big screen with Chris Pratt lending his voice to the iconic orange cat.
June
“Bad Boys: Ride or Die”: June 7
Will Smith and Martin Lawrence reprise their roles as Miami detectives Mike Lowrey and Marcus Burnett in another ‘Bad Boys’ sequel. When a new threat emerges, the dynamic duo must team up once again to take down the bad guys.
“The Watchers”: June 7
Ishana Shyamalan, the daughter of M. Night Shyamalan, is following in her father’s footsteps and releasing her own psychological thriller, “The Watchers.” The film follows a young artist stranded in a vast, pristine forest in the west of Ireland, where, after finding refuge, she finds herself trapped alongside three strangers, stalked every night by mysterious creatures.
“Inside Out 2”: June 14
Pixar returns with another emotional journey into the mind in this highly anticipated sequel to the beloved animated film. Join joy, sadness, anger, fear and disgust as they face new challenges, adventures and emotions.
“Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1”: June 28
Filmed here in Utah, “Horizon” tells the story of the expansion of the American West before and after the Civil War over a 15-year period. This is just the first part of Kevin Costner’s daring epic.
“A Quiet Place: Day One”: June 28
The terrifying world of silence returns in this prequel to the hit horror film. Discover the origins of these deadly creatures and witness the first days of the apocalypse as humanity fights for survival.
July
“Despicable Me 4”: July 3
Prepare for even more Minion mayhem in the fourth installment of the animated franchise. Gru and his adorable minions embark on a new adventure filled with laughter, mischief and heartwarming moments.
“Fly Me to the Moon”: July 12
This film may be unknown to some, but it stars Channing Tatum and Scarlett Johansson as they are tasked with filming the moon landing in case reality doesn’t go as planned.
“Twisters”: July 19
Remember “Twister?” » This was one of those summer movies when I was a kid that I couldn’t wait to see. Am I excited for “Twisters”? Not like John, a young and rather chubby guy, but who knows? Maybe it will be okay.
“Deadpool & Wolverine”: July 26
Deadpool is back for a third round, but this time he’s accompanying Wolverine and Disney. Don’t plan for this, which means the hard R rating will remain in the past.
August
“Harold and the Purple Pencil”: August 2
Based on the beloved children’s book, “Harold and the Purple Crayon” follows the imaginative adventures of a Harold who arrives in our world with his magic pencil.
“Trap”: August 9
M. Night Shyamalan will release his own film this summer. The film centers on a father who has taken his daughter to a pop concert but becomes concerned when he discovers that a serial killer has been identified and the police are on the way. He is not afraid of being in danger from the killer because he is the killer.
“Borderlands”: August 9
Based on the popular video game, “Borderlands” promises to be an irreverent action film filled with jokes, smut and treasure.
“Alien Romulus”: August 16
The “Alien” franchise is back for another round. I’d give you the plot, but we’ve heard it before: space travelers come face-to-face with the most terrifying life form in the universe while searching an abandoned space station.
“Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 2”: August 16
This is the second part of Costner’s vast epic. Hopefully the three-hour length of the first part made us want to spend more time with the second part.
“Reagan”: August 30
Dennis Quaid stars as President Ronald Reagan in a new biopic from the “Soul Surfer” director.
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