What makes it sexy: It's just your classic girl-bets-sex-with-step-brother-over-his-ability-to-seduce-another-girl-who-happens-to-be-a-virgin story. Okay, so that's not a great setup, but somehow Sarah Michelle Gellar, Ryan Phillippe, and Reese Witherspoon made it surprisingly sexy (so sexy that Reese and Ryan married the year it was released). This is a family-friendly musical, but c'mon. It's hard to ignore that this is also a musical about gorgeous young New Yorkers, set in the heat of the summer. It has romance. A pool scene. Dream-like dance sequences. This all goes to prove that "sexy" is a state of mind, and pairing Corey Hawkins alongside Leslie Grace results in fireworks (literally) and sexual tension to beat the band. What makes it sexy: The film is famous for its same-sex love scene between Naomi Watts and Laura Elena Harring.

What makes it sexy: This coming-of-age drama may not seem super sexy at first glance, but it's full of tender, touching sex scenes that more than earn it a spot on this year. What makes it sexy: Based on Anaïs Nin's 1986 book, the NC-17-rated drama tells the story Nin's relationship with Henry Miller and his wife, June. What makes it sexy: This is, hands down, the sexiest road trip movie of all time and a must-see for fans of director Alfonso Cuarón, who would go on to direct Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban and Children of Men and to become the first Mexican director to win the Best Director Academy Award, for Gravity. Warm colors, dramatic eyes, natural complexion, and sophisticated manicures are some of the popular beauty trends among American girls.A woman becomes involved with a man she barely knows. Complications develop during their sexual escapades. Young Paul Newman is hotter than a burning barn in this Mississippi-set drama, playing a drifter who entangles himself in a small town’s affairs. When he makes his move on the local plantation owner’s daughter ( Joanne Woodward, who he married the same year Long Hot Summer was released), murmuring, “I’ll show you how simple it is—you please me and I’ll please you,” it’s easy to see the chemistry that charged the actors’ lifelong romance.

When the stars aren’t channeling the early aughts, many have looked to western style for inspo. Everyone from Olivia Jade to Dua Lipa has decided that adding a pair of leather boots and a cowgirl hat is the coolest new summer look. And hey, who are we to argue?! American girls are globally known for their open-minded personalities. In a social capacity, they experiment with a lot of things, be it beauty, fashion, or just social interaction. This confidence in their personalities makes them beautiful. What makes it sexy: The movie, about two strangers who meet on train and spend a night walking around Vienna together, perfectly captures the excitement meeting someone you feel an instant spark and connection with. The hours-long romance culminates in a sexy night in the park and an open-ended question about the couple's future (which is answered in subsequent movies, for inquiring minds). Mostly a drama (so if you don't want things to get way too real, feel free to skip the ending), this movie about a wife who strikes out on an affair is also extremely steamy. Seriously, the sex scenes between Diane Lane and Olivier Martinez are next-level.What makes it sexy: This modern iconic queer film is equal parts sex thrills and just plain thrilling thrills.

Bikini babes! With summer in full swing, stars have been showing off their cute suits and spunky style. Hannah Jeter is a gorgeous model and actress who first caught the public eye at the age of 14 when she was discovered at the beach. Born in 1990, she grew up in St. Thomas in the Virgin Islands and now resides in Los Angeles. She has graced the cover of the Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue and ranked #71 on Maxim’s “Hot 100” list of 2014. Her sultry looks and killer body have made her one of the most sought-after models in the business. Hannah is not only beautiful but also talented and down-to-earth. She is a role model for young women everywhere. #17 Margot Robbie Emma Watson is beautiful, talented, and has a great sense of fashion. She is also a role model for young girls everywhere. Watson is known for her work in the Harry Potter films, and she has also starred in several other successful movies. In addition to her work in film, Watson is also an active philanthropist and UN Goodwill Ambassador. She is an advocate for gender equality and women’s rights, and she has worked to promote education for girls around the world. With her combination of beauty, talent, and activism, it’s no wonder that Emma Watson is one of the sexiest women of 2022. #8 Jessica Alba Despite a clear attraction, Princess Leia ( Carrie Fisher) spends the first two and a half Star Wars movies fending off the advances of “scoundrel “ Han Solo ( Harrison Ford), not least of all because “nice guy” Luke Skywalker ( Mark Hamill) seems like a safer option. (Look, she didn’t know he was her brother, okay? It was a different time!) But everything becomes clear when Han is forced to undergo the life-threatening procedure of carbonite freezing. As he walks to his potential death, they both go in for one last passionate kiss, and she finally admits she loves him. “I know,” he replies—and then goes under. After the dance , Love & Basketball (2000)

What makes it sexy: The threesome scene between Denise Richards, Neve Campbell, and Matt Dillon definitely doesn't hurt. C'mon everybody, let's say it together: sex is normal. Everyone thinks about it. Most people do it. It's not a dirty word! A failed London musician meets once a week with a woman for a series of intense sexual encounters to get away from the realities of life. But when he begins inquiring about her, it puts their relationship at risk. What makes it sexy: Megan Fox as a demonically possessed teen who kills and consumes her male classmates? It's a feminist horror masterpiece and sexy AF to boot.

While those couture suits cost a pretty penny, other celebs reach for bikinis a lower price point. Some of their faves come from Frankies Bikinis, Triangl, Boohoo and Cotton:On. Love & Basketballtells a decades-spanning love story and the scene when the movie's leads, Monica (Sanaa Lathan) and Quincy (Omar Epps), make love for the first time is romantic, real, and iconic. Sometimes there's a fine line between love and hate—and no movie has ever captured that fact better that Mr. and Mrs. Smith, particularly in the scene in which married rival spies Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie literally destroy their damn house fighting and making love. ami-related id="1920495" url="https://www.usmagazine.com/stylish/pictures/lizzos-bikini-body-sexy-swimsuit-style-pics/" title="Lizzo Declares the Start of ‘Big Grrrl Summer’ in Itty-Bitty Bikini" target="_blank" thumb="false" imgsrc="https://www.usmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Lizzo-Declares-The-Start-of-Big-Girl-Summer-In-Itty-Bitty-Bikini-Promo.jpg?quality=86&strip=all" imgid="2046378" format="gallery" flag="" channel="33"]

Starring: Kevin Bacon, Matt Dillon, Neve Campbell, Theresa Russell, Denise Richards, Daphne Rubin-Vega, Robert Wagner, and Bill Murray What makes it sexy: Graphic, unsimulated sex scenes and a story about a forbidden affair between a maid and a married man.