Elijah Bynum’s directorial debut and A24 release, “Hot Summer Nights” is not a by-the-numbers coming of age story as an unlikely teenager winds up in a sticky situation dealing drugs to the locals in Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Not the ideal way to cross the threshold into adulthood, but still—a right of passage nevertheless.

Navigating the space between self-expression and simply fitting in, “Hot Summer Nights” follows Daniel Middleton (Timothée Chalamet), a scrawny, inward-thinking and socially awkward young man struggling to escape the trappings of his teenage years.

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June was something of a let down with, albeit, some decent films sprinkled throughout. However, mostly the month featured a list of films that immediately fell off of audience’s radar. Despite there being some high profile talent leading the films and a sequel from an animation titan, nothing felt particularly noteworthy, particularly in the blockbuster realm. July, on the other hand, is exciting due to the bizarre mix and match to be done over the course of the month with everything from a new Marvel Studios film, yet another installment to the “Mission: Impossible” franchise and one of buzzed-about about films of the year, “Sorry to Bother You,” which was a standout at the Sundance Film Festival this past January.

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This time last year, very few film fans knew about actor Timothée Chalamet. However, since the Sundance Film Festival premiere of “Call Me By Your Name,” the young actor has skyrocketed to fame and suddenly he’s everywhere. Last year, alone, saw the release of three major films starring Chalamet —”Call Me By Your Name,” “Lady Bird,” and “Hostiles.” Now, in 2018, everyone has their eyes on Chalamet, and in the first trailer for his new film “Hot Summer Nights,” you get to see what the actor has in store for fans.

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'It Follows' Star Maika Monroe Gets Ready For 'Hot Summer Nights'

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