Since we are heading to the Wildwood, NJ for the next 4 days, I thought it would be nice to do a Top 5 movie scenes that involve a beach. There are hundreds upon hundreds of beach scenes, from Planet of the Apes (and the Spaceballs spoof of it) to Cast Away. You may not agree with my choices, but I came up with these almost instantly when I thought of the topic, and hence believe that they are far superior to anything else. Why debate? Just go with your gut.
1. Jaws
I have to put this first, because who doesn’t think of the movie every time they go to the beach? Also, it is Trevor’s favorite film of all time, and he is the film guru, and I don’t want to argue with him about it.
2. Summer Rental
John Candy stumbling through a crowded beach with a cooler, a kid on his back, towels, bags, and the sand scorching his feet. Comedy gold.
3. Karate Kid I
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First of all, this is the only Karate Kid. No remake will ever convince me there is a better Karate Kid out there than Ralph Macchio. Secondly, I had to include two clips to get the full scene of courting the girl, and fighting Johnny.
4. The Big Lebowski
I can’t find the actual video online, and since this is a family-friendly site, we can’t show boobies. So, I chose the scene right after Jackie Treehorn drugs him.
5. Point Break
This whole movie takes place on a beach, so I just included the trailer to make it easier. Also, I need to see this again soon….it has been too long, and I need me some Swayze, Reeves, and Busey.
H.M. The Goonies
No video for this one, but we all know at the end when they are rescued from the Fratellis and the jewels are discovered.
With that, I am off to the beach! Next time I write, I will be fully moved into my new apartment and city…Rochester, NY!
-Steve