Even though Pretty in Pink, Grease and Dirty Dancing rank among my top movies of all time, I am not a chick flick chick.  I have watched my share of horror films, including B stuff like Dr. Giggles, which I saw on one of my first dates with my now-husband.  And, I can truly call myself a James Bond fanatic, having seen all of the films from the Sean Connery days to the current Bond hottie Daniel Craig.

With summer movies rolling out soon, I already am eagerly awaiting the release of some cool new films.  Without a Carrie Bradshaw in sight, here are my picks for summer fun entertainment.

A no-chick flick guide to summer movies

My Blast from-the-Past Pick: “The A-Team”

Why: The ‘80s TV show hits the big screen.  With classic characters Hannibal Smith and Mr. T, the show’s mix of shoot-up, explosion scenes (where nobody was ever seriously hurt) and crazy catch-phrases always held my attention in my younger years. Plot: Bradley Cooper and Liam Neeson lead the team of Iraqi war veterans trying to clear their names after being framed for a crime.  Release date: June 11

My Stupid Comedy Pick: “Grown Ups”

Why: Either you love Adam Sandler comedies or you don’t and I do. Though it doesn’t look like it’s in the league of  The Wedding Singer and Happy Gilmore, the film will fit in as an evening escape with my husband for a date night.  Plot: Sandler is joined by Kevin James, Chris Rock, Rob Schneider and David Spade for this comedy about friends who reunite to remember their old basketball coach.  Release date: June 25

My Family Fun Pick: “Despicable Me”

Why: With a summer of family film sequels (Shrek Forever After, Toy Story 3 and Cats and Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore) it is refreshing to find a unique 3-D animated family movie among the summer releases.  Funny man Steve Carell and “SNL” alum Kristen Wiig lend their voices to the flick.  Plot: Gru’s (Carrell) plan to steal the moon is thwarted by three orphaned little girls who see him as a potential father figure. Release date: July 9

My Sci-Fi Thriller Pick: “Inception”

Why: Leonardo DiCaprio leads the cast of this Christopher Nolan film.  I caught the trailer months ago in the theater and knew I wanted to see it right away.  The plot has been surrounded by secrecy, which makes the mystery-lover in me want to see it all the more.  Plot: DiCaprio’s character enters people’s dreams to alter information. Release date: July 16

My Gory Horror Pick: “Piranha 3D”

Why: With the tagline “What do they really eat?” this horror movie is set to be cheesy à la Lake Placid and Deep Blue Sea, which featured a killer alligator and shark respectively, but that’s what makes it a pick for me.  Blending in 3-D technology ups its ranking as a total summer escape flick.  Plot: Elisabeth Shue and Jerry O’Connell fight prehistoric man-eating fish set free from an underwater tremor.  Release date: August 27

For me, summer and movies go hand-in-hand.  Despite the pervasiveness of Netflix and Redbox, a trip to the theater is well worth it as nothing brings back more teen memories than the smells of over-buttered popcorn and chocolate Milk Duds.