Summer of 69 aligns more with Booksmart and similar coming-of-age stories. It’s more about Abby’s (Sam Morelos) growth into womanhood, more than the idea of her losing her virginity.

Ultimately, “Summer of 69” isn’t about sex — it’s about connection. Whether Abby gets with the guy is less important than her ability to learn how to be a good friend.

In Summer of 69, Jillian Bell's directorial debut for Hulu, Sam Morelos (That 90s Show) delivers a commanding performance that brims with wit and delight.They lead the film as Abby, an awkward ...