1. Mamma Mia! (2008)

Directed by Phyllida Lloyd, and with a star-studded cast, Mamma Mia! Is a joyous movie-musical, featuring the songs of ABBA. Set on the islands of Greece, Mamma Mia! will have you dancing, singing and wishing you could run away to Greece, as you watch Sophie (Amanda Seyfried) try to find her dad on the brink of her wedding day. Also starring Meryl Streep, Pierce Brosnan and Colin Firth, Mamma Mia! is a fun-filled, energetic rom-com, perfect for getting you into the summer spirit.

2. The Sisterhood of the Travelling Pants (2005)

The Sisterhood of the Travelling Pants is a nostalgia-filled, childhood favourite about friendship, acceptance and a little bit of magic. Directed by Ken Kwapis and starring America Ferrera, Alexis Bledel, Blake Lively and Amber Tamblyn, the film follows a group of best friends over their summer break, and how they all keep in touch while they are split apart. Bledel’s character, Lena, travels to Greece where she meets the handsome Kostas. Their subsequent story of romance, with the beautiful backdrop of Greece in the summer, makes this film the perfect addition to the list.

3. Roman Holiday (1953)

Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck’s classic, Roman Holiday, is a story of romance and forbidden love as Princess Ann (Hepburn) meets American reporter Joe Bradley (Peck) on a trip to Rome, Italy. A timeless classic, and a love story as beautiful now as it was in 1953, Roman Holiday is a staple of the summer season, and one everyone must watch when craving a European getaway.

4. Amélie (2001)

Amélie, directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet, is a French comedy, starring Audrey Tautou as the title character. Amélie is a film about a lonely girl who creates her own fantastical dream world filled with joy, beauty and love. She uses her inner joy to then embark on a journey of helping others around her to lead happier lives, before she then decides to focus on her own romantic efforts. Amélie is a truly weird and wonderful film, set in Paris, and is a must-see for summer.

5. Monte Carlo (2011)

Another film filled with nostalgia, Monte Carlo is the story of a young girl who is mistaken for a superstar and, along with her step-sister and best friend, is whisked away to Monte Carlo for a luxurious trip of a lifetime. Starring Selena Gomez, Leighton Meester and Katie Cassidy, Monte Carlo showcases a life of luxury and glamour along the French Riviera, which will definitely make you crave a French adventure.

6. Luca (2021)

Set on the Italian Riviera in the 1950s, Disney’s Luca centres on a young sea monster, who transforms into human form on land, as he decides to explore Italy along with his two new friends. Starring Jacob Tremblay, Jack Dylan Grazer, and Emma Berman, Luca is a fun and bright film about true friendship and growing up. Along with is beautiful animation, and stunning original soundtrack, Luca makes a strong addition to the list as one which will definitely fuel your FOMO.

7. The French Dispatch (2021)

Wes Anderson’s 2021 masterpiece, The French Dispatch, is a weird and wonderful story about an American newspaper, operating in France. Wes creates, yet again, a bright, colourful, and fantastical setting for the film, drawing the viewer in to his eccentric world. Hailed as “a love letter to journalism”, The French Dispatch is a unique and creative film, showcasing France in an interesting and never-before-seen way.

8. Call Me By Your Name (2017)

Luca Guadagino’s Call Me By Your Name is a coming-of-age queer romance set in stunning Italy. Guadagino’s recognisable style transports the viewer to Italy with Elio and Oliver, with the bright colour grading and 35 mm film making Italy look even more beautiful. Along with great acting from Timothée Chalamet and Armie Hammer, Call Me By Your Name becomes a strong edition to this list as one which will fuel your FOMO and make you want to take a trip to Italy this summer.

9. The Lizzie Maguire Movie (2003)

The Disney Channel Original Movie, The Lizzie Maguire Movie, joins the list as another example of childhood nostalgia for many. Following on from the popular Lizzie Maguire television series, the movie follows Lizzie (Hillary Duff) on her school trip to Italy. A film of romance and stardom, The Lizzie Maguire Movie is a firm childhood favourite of many, and one which originally sparked the craving for an Italian summer.

10. Letters to Juliet (2010)

Letters to Juliet becomes the final film on this list, and the second one starring Amanda Seyfried as a character called Sophie, only this time she is exploring Italy, not Greece. The film, set in Verona, follows Sophie as she discovers that letters left at the famous Juliet’s Balcony, are answered by a team of women who offer comfort and support to the writers. Sophie becomes obsessed with the group, and eventually writes her own response. The film has made the list as a beautiful and romantic film, and will, yet again, have you craving a European getaway.

Whether you are fortunate enough to be travelling to Europe this summer, or if a staycation is what your summer has instore, hopefully this list has something for everyone. This was a very fun list to compile, channelling the summer spirit and dreaming of a European holiday!

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Many of us would agree that movies from the 2000s were just so much better! They had such great soundtracks, iconic moments, and hold so much nostalgia that they are just too fun to watch. Now is a better time than ever to reminisce and revisit some of the most fun teen movies that released in the 2000s!

Bring It On (2000)

This was the cheerleading movie to start off so many obsessions. The opening sequence is iconic and many people (myself included) learnt it off by heart. This movie is all about Torrance Shipman and the cheerleading team at her school as she is the new captain and she is wanting to lead them to victory, but things change when the team discovers that their former captain stole the choreography from another team. Starring Kirsten Dunst (Spiderman), Gabrielle Union (America’s Got Talent), and Eliza Dushku (Buffy the Vampire Slayer).

Legally Blonde (2001)

Legally Blonde gave us Elle Woods, who is now a legend, and this movie is a staple for most 2000s teens. Elle Woods became an icon and this film is still epic years later.  When Elle’s boyfriend breaks up with her, she enrols in Harvard Law School as she is there to prove him wrong and show them just how badass she is! Starring Reese Witherspoon (Big Little Lies), Jennifer Coolidge (2 Broke Girls), Matthew Davies (The Vampire Diaries), and Victor Garber (Titanic).

The Princess Diaries (2001)

The movie that made everyone fall in love with Anne Hathaway! Mia Thermopolis, a shy, awkward teenager finds out she is actually a princess and then has to balance her high school life and the pressure of one day having to rule a country. The makeover scene is going to remain iconic for years to come as well as the leg pop! Starring Anne Hathaway (The Devil Wears Prada), Julie Andrews (The Sound of Music), Mandy Moore (This is us), and Héctor Elizondo (Pretty Woman).

Bend It Like Beckham (2002)

Jess has always loved playing football, but her family would rather have her learn to cook and find a husband. Jess meets lots of new people and then has to balance her family life, her sister’s wedding, and her Indian culture alongside football. Starring Parminder Nagra (The Blacklist), Keira Knightley (Pride and Prejudice), Jonathan Rhys Meyers (The Tudors), and Archie Panjabi (The Good Wife).

Mean Girls (2004)

Mean Girls is the movie that people will forever quote from! It has cult following and has even inspired a sequel and a musical. This movie is all about Cady who moves to America after being homeschooled in Africa. She meets ‘the plastics’ and is sucked into a high school popularity game. Starring Lindsay Lohan (The Parent Trap), Rachel McAdams (The Notebook), Tina Fey (Saturday Night Live), and Amanda Seyfried (Mamma Mia).

13 Going On 30 (2004)

Although this movie has an older main character, it feels like a teen movie because it’s a teen in the body of a woman! It follows Jenna who makes a wish on her thirteenth birthday to be 30, but when that wish comes true, she starts to realise being grown up might not be all she imagined. This movie is so much fun and sweet. Starring Jennifer Garner (Elektra), Mark Ruffalo (The Avengers), Judy Greer (Arrested Development), and Christa B. Allen (Revenge).

The Sisterhood of the Travelling Pants (2005)

The friendship film we all loved! After watching this movie, most people wanted their own pair of ‘magical’ pants. This movie is about four best friends, Bridget, Lena, Carmen, and Tibby, and over the summer, they all head off on their trips, but they send a pair of jeans all over the world. Starring Blake Lively (Gossip Girl), Alexis Bledel (Gilmore Girls), America Ferrera (Ugly Betty), Amber Tamblyn (Joan of Arcadia), and Jenna Boyd (Atypical).

She’s The Man (2006)

She’s The Man is based on the Twelfth Night by Shakespeare, but it is filled with so much humour and charm! This movie follows  Viola, who plays football and pretends to be her brother in order to play on a team. Starring Amanda Bynes (Easy A), Channing Tatum (Step Up), Alexandra Breckenridge (This Is Us), and Robert Hoffman (Step Up 2).

Wild Child (2008)

Wild Child is a British boarding school movie with a killer soundtrack and it has a very 2000s feel. This movie is about Poppy, who is American but she is sent to a boarding school in the English countryside. We see Poppy doing everything to leave, but maybe she was wrong about the school all along. Starring Emma Roberts (American Horror Story) and Alex Pettyfer (I am Number Four).

Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging (2008)

This is another brilliant British movie with it filled with humour and a great throwback! Georgia is finding her way through school, dealing with crushes, friendship drama, parent problems, and finding her place in the world. Starring Aaron Taylor-Johnson (Kickass), Georgia Groome (London to Brighton), and Eleanor Tomlinson (Poldark).

Teen movies from the 2000s are just a special treat! They feel nostalgic, iconic, and heartwarming. They just don’t make movies quite like this anymore!

Which one of these movies is your favourite? What other 2000s teen films do you love? Tell us in the comments below!

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