Summer calls for both outdoor fun and indoor relaxation. The recent heat wave in the Northeast has made movie nights essential. Streaming services have refreshed their lineups, with options ranging from the new film featuring Sandler reprising his role from Happy Gilmore to classic comedies like Slap Shot. The important themes of spectacle and violence resonate through these films, making for memorable viewing experiences. The American showcases the burdens of a criminal life as it explores themes of death and regret, making it vital for any movie night lineup.
Nearly 30 years later, Sandler, Christopher McDonald, and Julie Bowen are reprising their roles from Happy Gilmore. In the new film, Happy comes out of retirement to pay the ballet-school tuition for his daughter.
In the opening minutes of Slap Shot, a player confesses to his opponent that he's so drunk he can barely stay on his skates. The film understands two crucial ingredients: spectacle and violence.
Twin shadows follow George Clooney's character in The American: death, because he is a gunsmith for criminals, and regret, because his job costs him all the human connections.
Consider this your shortlist for July movie nights. The lineups on streaming have turned over, offering a variety of personal favorites to share.
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