As a 40-year-old woman with an appreciation for sushi, craft beer, and the literary works of F. Scott Fitzgerald and Jane Austen, I also have a soft spot for Teen Beach Movie. When I discovered that Teen Beach 2 was premiering tonight, I felt a wave of excitement that was almost embarrassing.
My family joined the Teen Beach Movie phenomenon a bit late, primarily because we don’t have a tween girl at home. When the original TBM was released in July 2013, I had three sons and a toddler daughter. Although my boys noticed the movie, it wasn’t until last summer, when I purchased the DVD for a road trip, that we truly immersed ourselves in it.
And immerse ourselves, we did. I have to admit that I’ve never actually watched the film from beginning to end, but I’ve heard it play in the background approximately 4,356 times during last summer’s drives through the scenic mountains of North Carolina. By the end of the summer, my then-2-year-old daughter had taken on the nickname “Mac,” and I could sing along with my 10-year-old son to every song.
This newfound familiarity with tween culture has its perks. I can join conversations with other mothers of tweens as they fret about upcoming R5 concerts. I can discuss Ross Lynch and his charming surfer-boy persona with confidence. I even enjoy some of his songs outside of the TBM universe—don’t judge!
What I adore about Teen Beach Movie—and what I hope to appreciate about the sequel debuting tonight on Disney Channel—is its nostalgic charm, reminiscent of the innocence of Grease. My mom took me to see that film multiple times when I was a child, and I grew up watching an edited VHS of it, singing along to the soundtrack on my Fisher-Price record player, blissfully unaware of the more mature themes.
The creators of Teen Beach Movie clearly aimed to resonate with my nostalgic heart, and they succeeded. Like Grease, TBM is delightfully cheesy, filled with clever lyrics, adorable characters, and a playful nod to the absurdity of musical films. In a world where tween culture often leans toward sarcasm, these movies offer a refreshing escape from cynicism. They bridge the gap between my children and me, appealing to all generations with their modern touches and nods to classic beach films and musicals like West Side Story.
So tonight, I’ll be fully embracing the dream of a 40-year-old mom: cozying up on the couch in my pajamas with my kids, eagerly awaiting the next chapter of what is sure to become part of our family’s summer musical repertoire. While I anticipate the inevitable squabbles over seating and popcorn, my excitement remains unwavering. Until then, I’ll be singing along off-key to my favorite songs—watch out, you might find yourself humming them too.
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In summary, my enthusiasm for Teen Beach 2 surpasses that of my children, as I find joy in the innocence and nostalgia it evokes. This family-friendly entertainment not only bridges generational gaps but also allows for memorable bonding experiences.
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