The recent release of Sonic the Hedgehog 2 has reignited viewers' love of the '90s with the popular hedgehog being an iconic figure of the era. But with many original '90s movies now looking dated, Reddit s have been on the hunt for modern movies that give off a stylish '90s vibe.
From perfectly used props to cleverly arranged costumes, Reddit s have recommended several modern movies that give those '90s kids the childhood nostalgia they miss. Whether it's the preppy fashion of the '90s or those somewhat forgotten childhood games, these movies will have some fans reminiscing.
Men In Black 3 (2012)
The Men In Black franchise cemented itself within the science-fiction genre due to its wacky storylines and innovative visuals. Despite its third installment being released in 2012, there is a definite '90s vibe to this sequel to the 1998 original. The movie is known for its sunglasses and suits, but Men In Black 3 introduces styles familiar to anyone who grew up in the 1990s.
When asked to recommend movies that gave off that '90s vibe, Men In Black 3 as one that "comes to mind" due to Nicole Scherzinger's appearance, with the singer encoming everything '90s. Her form-fitting leather dress and thigh-high boots along with Boris's embodiment of the decade through his bright double denim cargo ensemble are what gives the movies its familiar and fashionable '90s vibe.
Baby Driver (2017)
Baby Driver definitely looked like it had a much higher budget than it did, but it also looked as though the characters jumped straight out of the 1990s. Similar to Men In Black 3, the movie homed in on '90s fashions to create vibes familiar to that era. This is first brought to the attention of viewers when Baby appears with headphones rather than more modern ear buds.
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Ladybird (2017)
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According to Quirky_Ad_7325, "Ladybird definitely has a 90s vibe about it" with many of the costumes mirroring the preppy grunge look that was seen as stylish in the 1990s. However, the also explained how they "think it's the pink hair" that really symbolizes the movie's affinity with the '90s with her character embodying the famous spice girl cut and Geri Halliwell coloring that dominated that period.
It Follows (2014)
It Follows is a twisted horror movie that viewers definitely need to watch more than once but the movie does more than just scare, it encapsulates the '90s within its setting and structure. The movie plays on the common tropes seen within '90s movies by placing a blonde teen in the role of the victim whilst also creating a group of friends that seek to protect.
One of the scenes even pays homage to the '90s horror movie I Know What You Did Last Summer with a wide camera angle exposing the teens looking terrified in a car, which just adds to its 90s vibe. But many recent viewers like have likened it to stranger things with its ability to capture a variety of different time periods as recognized by teeeohdeedee123 who explained that "it gives off a '90s vibe.. and an '80s vibes.. and a '00s vibe".
Boyhood (2014)
Boyhood is another modern release set in 2002 but clinging to the '90s, the movie is a coming-of-age drama that follows a boy for 13 years of his life. The movie encapsulates 90s pop culture through sepia tones and iconic actors synonymous with their roles in '90s movies like Ethan Hawke and Patricia Arquette.
From Game Boys to stripes that seemed to haunt childhood fashions in the '90s, the movie epitomizes growing up in the 1990s and the lack of technology children had at this time. The movie gave off a huge '90s vibe that many fans, including uncultured_swine2099 felt that "part of it was filmed in the '90s" which is why fans seeking nostalgia watch this moving flick.
Brick (2005)
Rian Johnsons Brick is a darkly entertaining movie for fans of his recent release Knives Out, the movie is mysterious, mind-bending, and action-packed whilst also encoming many '90s trademarks. Like Boyhood, the movie makes reference to the 1990s through costumes and props as seen by the use of the Rubik's Cube, which was still very popular in the '90s.
Brick also clings to the typical high school structure that sees it emphasizes its attraction to the 1990s even as a modern release.
17 Again (2009)
17 Again has the vibrancy of every '90s teen movie, which led to many fans including stew_pit1 feeling as though it "captures that '90s Teen Movie vibe pretty well" with with the flip phone even making an appearance in one scene, but it is the movie's ability to mirror the typical structure of a '90s teen flick that impressed fans.
17 Again homes in on the typical jock storyline and even created onscreen clicks that were synonymous with many viewers' high school experience, something that led to the 1990s being known for their relatable coming of age movies that 17 Again also captures as a 2009 release.
Shazam (2019)
There are many ways Shazam is still the best DCEU movie to date and one of those ways is the way the movie exudes the cheesiness associated with the '90s and still remains a fan favorite. When asked to recommend a modern movie with a '90s vibe, roll4init_ shared that their "first thought was Shazam" with the movie's ability to give '90s kids the most intense nostalgia.
The movie almost brings to life the superhero Howard tracks down in Jingle All The Way whilst simultaneously encoming the same '90s cheesiness seen in the 1996 festive flick. The movie strays away from the darker super movies released today and reverts back to the childhood fun-loving movies of the '90s which is why for many '90s kids it proved to be a hit with older viewers.
The Way Way Back (2013)
The Way Way Back has a great cast but continues to be a somewhat overlooked movie that is hilarious, heartwarming, and inspiring. Whilst many class it as a comedy-drama, other fans would label it as a coming-of-age movie due to the way it captures the true teen experience through Duncan and his need to undergo some personal development.
American Pie. The movie captures the drama, unusual characters, and uncensored conversations that held a prominent role within the '90s coming of age flicks, making it a popular watch for many adults who spent their teen years in the 1990s.
