Summertime sizzles with red-hot, Hollywood flicks like none other. This year is no different. Before this summer calls it quits, time to saddle up the palomino and head for your local big screen cinema for some Hollywood action, second to none. Whether you enjoy the lively, romantic comedy or thrill to big screen action, there’s something for everyone to see this year. From Woody Allen’s soon-to-be-classic Midnight in Paris to the long-awaited Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, check out your local movie theater listings for wonderful, feature films for everyone in the family.
What films should you see before summer’s end? Check out these Top 10 Movies for Summer 2011. Blockbusters and indie flicks that are sure to please.
1. Midnight in Paris. Owen Wilson delights the audience by stumbling into another time and place that shows Paris – and real life – for what they are and can be in the end. A delightful treat for movie goers old and young. A Woody Allen classic in the making.
2. Winnie the Pooh. Back by popular demand, Winnie the Pooh and the whole gang play host to the next generation. Who doesn’t love Winnie the Pooh? Timeless story and characters. A lovely classic in the making.
3. Bridesmaids. Kristen Wiig, Maya Rudolph, Chris O’Dowd, Ellie Kemper, Melissa McCarthy, and Wendi McLendon-Covey star in Universal’s surprise hit Bridesmaids. Unlike The Hangover Part II, this little dish serves up big action as Wiig’s character (Annie) goes all out to please some rich, snooty bridesmaids. A quirky, delightful treasure.
4. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part II. Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Helena Bonham Carter, among others, never fail to delight in this much-anticipated sequel in the Harry Potter franchise. Find out what happens to “He who must not be named” in this final installment of this beloved action adventure.
5. Crazy Stupid Love. An all-star cast, including Steve Carell, Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone, Julianne Moore, Analeigh Tipton, and Kevin Bacon combine to remind us that the American Dream is never what it seems to be. Another delightful romantic comedy by Warner Bros.
6. Cowboys and Aliens. Daniel Craig plays a 19 th century gunslinger who must bring all kinds of people together to confront a dangerous, extraterrestrial threat. Indeed, a unique storyline and great special effects in this cool, action adventure.
7. Transformers: Dark of the Moon. Shia LaBoeuf heads up an all-star cast in this latest installment in the Transformers franchise. Find out what happens in the space race between USA and USSR in this action-packed Transformers film by Paramount.
8. The Tree of Life. Brad Pitt and Sean Penn star in this heart-wrenching drama about one man’s journey to find himself and, at the same time, reconcile with his father.
9. X-Men: First Class. James McAvoy headlines an all-star cast in 20 th Century Fox’s next installment in the X-Men franchise. Once again, the world is at risk in this action-packed film.
10. The Hangover Part II. Released in May, this much-anticipated sequel starring Ed Helms, Zach Galifianakis, Bradley Cooper, Justin Bartha, and Ken Jeong serves up yet another screwball comedy for adoring fans of The Hangover franchise. This time, Warner Brothers turns its sights on what can go wrong when Stu opts for a low key, pre-wedding brunch with old friends.
Resources
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