Kool Staff

While summer doesn't officially start until June 21, Memorial Day marks the unofficial beginning to the hottest season at the movies.

Summer loses some of its meaning when you're an adult, since it no longer comes with a moths-long break from the grind.

Nevertheless, we can all still enjoy a good movie about summer vacations. After the jump, check out eight of our favorites.

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'Grease' and 'Taxi' star Jeff Conaway died Friday after falling into a coma two weeks ago, TMZ is reporting. He was 60.

Conaway was known for his role as Kenickie in the 1978 movie-musical 'Grease.' From 1978-1981, he also played Bobby Wheeler on the sitcom 'Taxi,' earning a Golden Globe nomination along the way before leaving the series after its third season.

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This week, Disney announced plans to re-release its Oscar-winning animated feature, 'The Lion King,' in 3-D this fall.

According to reports, the 3-D version will hit theaters on September 16, 2011, about 17 years after its original theatrical release, in 1994.

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This weekend, moviegoers will see the return of some familiar faces at our local Marcus Theatres, starting with the boys from 'The Hangover.'

In the sequel to the 2009 box-office smash, the gang finds itself on a similar adventure to their last blackout in Vegas - only this time, they're in Thailand.

Also in playing at Marcus Theatres this weekend: 'Kung Fu Panda 2,' featuring the voice talents of Jack Black, Angelina Jolie, Dustin Hoffman and more.

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Sure, people say they want sense of humor in a potential mate, but what kind of humor are they talking about?

A new study by matchmaking site eHarmony sought to find out the answer to that very question.

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Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of barbecue season and will find many Americans firing up the grill this holiday weekend.

Part of the beauty of grilling is its simplicity. But that shouldn't mean you can't improve your grill repertoire or technique.

We've compiled a list of recipes and tips that can help you become a master of the open flame.

Check them out after the jump.

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Many consider Memorial Day weekend as the unofficial start of Summer and of course while we are enjoying time with our family and friends, remember all the Veterans that make it possible.  Get ready for a weekend of fun and remembrance, here are 5 things to do this long weekend.

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Drink enough soda and you'll pack on the pounds. Wear enough soda and you'll shed them.

At least that's the claim made by a European clothing company called Lytess, which is marketing pants lined with caffeine to help people lose weight.

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Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned, indeed.

Police arrested a Greeley, Colorado woman in April after she attacked her boyfriend for spending too much time with a sick calf he was trying to nurse back to health.

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And now for a healthy dose of nostalgia: According to the Hollywood Reporter, Vh1 is rebooting its popular series 'Pop Up Video' after a 10-year hiatus.

The network has ordered 60 brand-new episodes of the series, which will remain faithful to the original series, according to 'Pop Up Video' co-creator, Woody Thompson. The reboot will also add two new genres, rap and hip-hop, which were previously passed over "because it was the domain of sister network MTV."

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It's a good thing Arnold Schwarzenegger's recent philandering came to light after he left office because it would have severely hindered his chances at getting re-elected governor of California.

A new survey of 12,500 singles from around the world by the online dating site Zoosk has shed light on opinions about cheating.

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In honor of Memorial Day, and all the barbecuing that will take place during the three-day weekend, we've compiled a gallery of handmade aprons from craft site Etsy that are sure to let everyone know who's boss of the grill.

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