The 8 Movies I'm Most Excited For In Summer 2019 | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Film

The 8 Movies I'm Most Excited For In Summer 2019

Because watching eight movies and eating my weight in overpriced popcorn is much better than doing homework.

153
The 8 Movies I'm Most Excited For In Summer 2019

With spring semester now a distant memory and summer in full swing, it is time to find something to do with all that new free time — like watching movies! As a self-proclaimed movie lover, I will definitely be spending a good amount of hours at my local theater. Summer is prime blockbuster season, and this year is certainly no exception. Here are the eight movies I am most excited for:

Disney's Aladdin

The animated version of this movie is a Disney classic and was one of my favorite movies as a kid. While I'm still unsure how I feel about Will Smith as the Genie, I am immensely excited about Naomi Scott (Lemonade Mouth anyone?) and Mena Massoud as Jasmine and Aladdin.

Booksmart

My roommate and I have discussed going to see this movie ever since the previews started popping up on our Instagram feeds. Two try-hard high school girls going off to the colleges of their dreams meet kids who put in significantly less work. I mean, who doesn't love a good coming-of-age story? Another big plus: this movie marks Olivia Wilde's directorial debut! If you loved "Lady Bird," then you'll love this new take on a high school adventure.

Rocketman

If you haven't seen the Freddie Mercury biopic "Bohemian Rhapsody," then you're probably confused as to why everyone suddenly became huge fans of Queen seemingly overnight. Consider this your warning for "Rocketman," the biopic of Sir Elton John and his rise to fame as one of the most acclaimed singer/songwriter/composers (see number seven) of all time.

Ma

Octavia Spencer as the nice yet creepy lady who throws basement parties for high schoolers is quite the intriguing movie premise. The kids have only one rule: one party-goer must remain sober, and they cannot go upstairs. I don't know a whole lot about this movie, but I do know it's a thriller, and I do love a good summer thriller.

Toy Story 4

I'm not going to lie, this movie is setting me up to be disappointed. I will be going to see it, but the third Toy Story movie ended so beautifully that the introduction of this storyline feels a tad forced. Sporky, an arts-and-crafts spork toy, gets lost on a road trip. The trailer really sets my expectations low, but I'm slightly optimistic because Pixar has done worse. And by worse, I mean "Cars 2."

Spider-Man: Far From Home

If you haven't watched "Avengers: Endgame" yet, please don't watch this movie yet. "Spider-Man: Far From Home" picks up right where "Endgame" leaves off, sending Tom Holland as Peter Parker on a class trip to Europe where he has to continue his spidey duties and save the world. Marvel really killed it with the first installation of this new Spider-Man series, a much more lighthearted and realistic telling of the comic book classic than its predecessors. I can't wait to see how they continue that theme into this first film of a new era of the Marvel universe.

The Lion King

The devil works hard, but Disney honestly works so much harder. Despite this being the third (or technically the fourth if you count Marvel movies as Disney movies since acquiring the studio in 2009) blockbuster release of the summer, I somehow doubt there will be any disappointments with this film. The cast is not only stacked with the likes of Beyonce and Donald Glover, but the CGI is actually breathtaking and will likely make a certain death even more emotional.

Once Upon a Time in Hollywood

Of all the movies on this list, this movie will definitely be the one most talked about. "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood" is the penultimate film to be released by Pulp Fiction director Quentin Tarantino. Set in the 1960s, this film chronicles Leonardo DiCaprio as troubled television star Rick Dalton and his stunt double, Brad Pitt, amidst a changing entertainment industry.

Remember to silence your cell phones and enjoy these films before fall semester!

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Lifestyle

10 Wonderful Things About The Holidays

Some of the best things about the upcoming holiday season.

1289
christmas decoration

As the holidays approach, there are many wonderful things that start to appear. From weather to food and even to the decorations, there are so many wonderful things about the holidays.

1. Cold Weather

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

14 Thoughts Every College Student Has During Winter Break

The most common: "Is it time to go back to school yet?"

3589
nothing on to-do list

Winter break is a cherished time for many after enduring a grueling fall semester. It’s a time of relaxation and time spent with loved ones over the holidays. However, once the new year rolls around, we’re all ready to go back to school. Here are thoughts every college student has during winter break.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

11 Little Changes You Can Make That Will Have a Big Impact On The Enviroment

Simple switches to eco-friendly habits could add up and have a positive effect on the environment!

699
flower in hand
PxHere

In the past decade, there has been a recent surge of compassion for the environment. Many people are beginning to realize how much of a negative impact their daily lives have on the environment. In case you weren't aware the average person has about four pounds of trash per day and American's make up only 5% of the world population and produce a startling 40% of the world's waste. If you care about the environment, here are some smalls changes you can make that will have a big impact!

Keep Reading...Show less
Relationships

10 Facts All People In A Large Family Can Confirm During The Holiday Season

The holiday season can be the best and most stressful time of the year, especially when more people are involved.

4969
kids jumping

The holidays are full of lights, sweets, sweaters, and your favorite movies. There's nothing quite like this period from the beginning of December through January. Christmas, Hanukkah, and New Years. The fun of it all.

I don't know about you but with my large Italian family something is always going on during this season. It can be the most wonderful time of the year while also being the most hectic. These are a few things you know if your family is anything like mine during this time.

Keep Reading...Show less
10 things that happen the second Thanksgiving is over
reference.com

To those who celebrate, you just spent an entire day cooking an elaborate meal with all of your favorite foods. You probably ate your body weight in pumpkin pie and mashed potatoes. What happens now? Oh yea, Christmas. It’s time to take out all of the decorations and Christmas themed things that have been sitting in the attic since last year; it’s time to make a reappearance. So, here are 10 things that happen the second Thanksgiving is over.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments