Summer Girl
Summer Girl

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Summer Girl

1983
Movie
96 min
English

When seductive young Cinni comes to babysit for a troubled couple, she's after more than extra spending money. Starting with the kids and working around to the husband, evil Cinni plots to take over a young mother's life--ruthlessly dealing with anyone who gets in her way.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Joan TewkesburyGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

In the summer of 1964, a spirited young woman named L.J. navigates the complexities of love and identity in a small town. She finds herself drawn to two very different men, a wealthy, popular college student and a more sensitive, artistic local. As she grapples with her feelings and the expectations of her community, L.J. embarks on a journey of self-discovery.

Critical Reception

Summer Girl received a mixed to positive reception upon its release. Critics often praised its gentle exploration of young love and coming-of-age themes, as well as its nostalgic portrayal of the 1960s. However, some found the plot to be somewhat predictable and the characters less developed than they could have been.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its nostalgic look at the 1960s and its themes of young love.

  • Some reviewers felt the story was a bit too familiar and lacked depth.

  • The performances were generally seen as earnest, particularly from the young leads.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but general sentiment leans towards appreciation for its lighthearted portrayal of a summer romance and a bygone era.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Wilmington, North Carolina, which served as a stand-in for the fictional small town in the early 1960s.

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Wuchak

Wuchak

**_Dare-devil, she-devil, printer's-devil, evil_** A couple (Barry Bostwick & Kim Darby) and their two kids enjoy a summer at a beach house, but the girl they hired as a nanny (Diane Franklin) is sultrier than expected and, worse, has ...