Leave wedding season at the altar
Summer is winding down so it’s time for us to ask ourselves a very important question: When will the weddings end, already? Wedding season is as linked to the warmer months as much as beach time or sweaty commutes, and depending on your age and your frien
IF YOU WANT A BEAUTIFUL DIVERSION: UNDER THE TUSCAN SUN
The 2003 film, starring Diane Lane and Sandra Oh, is pure escapist fare, following a woman who buys a villa in Tuscany on an impulse after her husband leaves her. There are beautiful scenes, beautiful people and the sense that you can completely unmake and remake your life at the drop of a hat. Rent it on Amazon.
IF YOU’RE FEELING WITCHY: THE CRAFT
Being witchy is “in” this year, which is great news for fans of this ’ 90s cult film. It follows a coven of not- ready- forprime- time witches including Bonnie ( Neve Campbell), Rochelle ( Rachel True), Nancy ( Fairuza Balk), and Sarah ( Robin Tunney). It’s a tale of revenge, of being careful what you wish for, and of friendship. Stream it on Netflix.
IF YOUR FRIENDS ARE YOUR FAMILY: WAITING TO EXHALE
Loretta Devine, Lela Rochon, Angela Bassett, and Whitney Houston anchor the 1996 movie about four women going through life trials with love and career and family. But even if the men in their lives disappoint them, they are always there for each other in the emotional and heart- warming film. Stream it on Starz.
IF YOU ENJOY LISTENING TO ‘ YOU DON’T OWN ME’: THE FIRST WIVES CLUB
Diane Keaton, Goldie Hawn and Bette Midler will win your heart as three friends who reconnect after their divorces — and share a need for revenge against their husbands. In addition to its iconic use of the Lesley Gore song, the film is smart and funny and makes you feel giddy while you watch. Stream it on Amazon.
IF YOU LOVED ‘ THE CROWN’: ELIZABETH
You know who never had a wedding? Queen Elizabeth I. The celebrated English monarch ran her country solo to great effect, and this biopic starring Cate Blanchett, who was nominated for an Oscar for her performance, shows her taking over the throne and reigning during her early years. Stream it on Starz.