The film follows “Daniel” (Timothée Chalamet), an introverted teen who enjoys observing the wealthy summer residents of Cape Cod. His life takes on a bit more excitement when he's brought into a scheme by "Hunter" (Alex Roe) to sell marijuana. The operation proves surprisingly profitable, and they quickly expand it, earning a considerable amount of money. This draws them into contact with local dealer “Dex” (Emory Co…

The film largely succeeds thanks to the performances of Timothée Chalamet and Maika Monroe; their on-screen connection feels genuine and their developing relationship is captivating. The plot itself stretches believability, as it's difficult to accept that a teenager could build such a large marijuana business in just a few months. I also questioned what happened with his situation when he had to go back home to live…

It’s encouraging to see more movies set in the nineties, and ideally, they'd all feature Timothée Chalamet alongside Maika Monroe—their presence is captivating in Hot Summer Nights. The film initially feels somewhat disorganized, with an uneven tone and occasional echoes of Scorsese or P.T. Anderson. However, if one chooses to draw inspiration, it’s best to learn from the very best filmmakers. A noteworthy soundtrack…