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Summer of 69 Debuts at #1 on Hulu with 95% Rotten Tomatoes Score

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It appears that movie studios are still grappling with deciding whether to premiere movies in theaters or exclusively on streaming platforms. Following the mistake with the release of Prey, Hulu is now hosting another movie, The Broken Hearts Gallery, which some believe would have been better suited for a big-screen debut. This film, unrelated to Bryan Adams, is a racy comedy about the trials and tribulations of growing up.

Featuring Chloe Fineman and Sam Morelos, “Summer of ’69” marks the directorial debut of Jullian Bell. This film narrates the tale of Abby (Sam Morelos), an awkward high school senior who seeks the aid of a stripper from Santa Monica (Chloe Fineman) to win over her crush Max (Matt Cornett) before graduation. Contrary to what one might anticipate, this storyline isn’t laden with suggestive content or jokes about sex. Instead, “Summer of ’69” offers a richer experience as demonstrated by its favorable reviews and top-ranking position on Hulu.

According to Lovia Gyarkye from The Hollywood Reporter, the film “Summer of 69” steers clear of overly bold or crude content, instead resembling ‘Booksmart’ more than ‘Bottoms’. What makes this teen comedy stand out is its portrayal of endearing, unconventional friendships that become memorable. Meanwhile, Greg Archer from Movieweb praises the movie for its witty acting and humor, even though the storyline might seem implausible at first. Nate Richard from Collider also appreciates the film, highlighting its sharp performances and amusing moments.

“The Summer of ’69 film stands out as one of the finest productions by American High, and it’s the latest teen movie to effectively evoke the spirit of high school films from past decades.

The movie garnered an impressive 95% rating on the Tomatometer, and although there’s no Popcornmeter score, the overall feeling among viewers is that it’s more than just a worthwhile watch for its Hulu exclusive release. Despite some acknowledging that the concept might seem exaggerated or even “silly,” the appeal of its main characters and an abundance of humor keep things from being a letdown. In other words, Summer of 69 is far from being a dull disappointment.

‘Summer of 69’s Success Continues to Prove the Issues With Streaming

In just over five years, it would have been inconceivable for films like Jake Gyllenhaal’s “Road House” or Predator prequel “Prey” to debut exclusively on streaming platforms without any theatrical screenings. However, today, many movies are struggling to secure a theatrical release, and not all worthy ones get one.

The summer release of 1969 is garnering more favorable critic reviews than many blockbuster films that make it to theaters, leading some to question whether the current system is effective or not. Of course, there are numerous expenses involved, but if movie studios placed a bit more trust in the movies they’re approving for production, we might see more high-quality films reaching the big screen, which is where movies truly belong.

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2025-05-12 02:06

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