My Favorite Beach Movies #10- 7

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With summer in full swing, it got me to thinking about a topic I wanted to discuss for a while. Putting together a selection of my favorite beach movies which gives me that summertime feeling. It also doesn't hurt that some of these films are classic and timeless too. See if you agree if any of these flicks are worthy ones or maybe you can tell me some you liked better. Here are my first selection of favorite movies and a description about each film... 10. BEACH BLANKET BINGO -Annette and Frankie romp on the beach when times were carefree, surfing was the rage, and catching some rays was a must. Of the seven beach movies they made, this one might be the most popular. If you saw this flick you might recall the slapstick cameos of Paul Lynde and "Big Drag" Don Rickles. And of course Eric von Zipper, the motorcyle gang leader and "Wild Bunch" wannabe. A mindless film which provides you with a type of summer escapism to an innocent romantic time where America was at peace and your only worry was getting a good tan. ***Have you ever watched any of the Frankie and Annette "Beach Party" movie series? Did you have a favorite character? 9. ADRIFT -Probably not on most people's summertime movies they've seen, but I highly recommend this film. Based on a true story of a young couple falling in love and going on a sailing adventure together only to be caught in a horrific hurricane. Suspense galore as they fight for survival floating adrift on their sailboat. The twists and turns throughout the movie have you going "what else can go wrong" in this thriller of a film. ***Have you ever gone sailing? I have, it is quite relaxing! 8. BLUE HAWAII -Had to include an Elvis film, after all he's not "The King" for nothing, even if that title is not for most of the "cheesy" movies he made. This flick has Elvis working as a sightseeing tour guide showing off the island to a group of female clients (of course). This movie has Elvis singing many songs (a formula used in all his films), including one of my favorite Presley tunes "Can't Help Falling in Love." Add a scene where he shows off his ukulele playing, plus some breathtaking Hawaiian scenery, and you have a recipe for a feel-good summer musical. ***What's your favorite Elvis movie? 7. THE DECENDANTS -This is another movie which takes place in Hawaii starring George Clooney as Matt King who is dealing with not only the tragic accident of his wife, who is in a coma from a boating accident, but his broken relationship with his two daughters. The film also has a second plot line where Clooney's character, Matt, must decide what he will do as trutee with the land that his family inherited, sell it for redevelopment (which will bring a lot of money for him and his decendants), or leave it untouched in its natural beauty. Adding to the drama is a secret affair his comatose wife was having and his responce upon hearing this from his daughter. And there you go, my first installment of my favorite beach movies. ***Have you seen any of these beach movies? What did you like about them? Comments and musings on my picks and movie questions always welcome, and of course sharing your own favorite beach picks are encouraged. Hope you can wait till my next movie edition featuring my next selections... Looking forward to your reactions and discussing them! Some Source Info: Yardbarker, IMDB.com