Notes from a Genius

"Dude" starring: Lucy Hale, Alex Wolff, Alexndra Shipp, Austin Butler, Kathryn Prescott, Claudia Doumit, Awkwafina, Colton Dunn, Brooke Smith, Austin Abrams, Jack McBrayer, Michaela Watkins written and directed by: Olivia Milch Here's another Netflix-produced original film, starring "Pretty Little Liars" Lucy Hale, and written and directed by a new and up-and-coming screenwriter/director- Olivia Milch (she is one of the writers of the all-female reboot "Ocean's 8" coming soon). It's another coming-of-age story, through the eyes of teenage girls, this time (that's what's different), and they're stoners/partiers/drinkers, all around shenanigan-causing teens. Usually these films focus on one of two "buddies" or a group of teenage boys. Maybe that's what makes this refreshing. The new writer/director knows what she's doing, writing the characters as relatable and likable. There isn't more drama than you'

It's been a couple of weeks since Boston Calling (the music festival now making its home on the Harvard campus and quite an upgrade) and I must say, although I've only been the past 2 years (since they moved it to Harvard), I must say, I'm convinced it's an incredible festival, well planned and well executed, with a great variety of music (and comedy; this year even offered a couple of live podcasts). It has been a great way to spend the long weekend over the Memorial Day holiday the past 2 years and I've already secured my ticket for next year. Actually, this year, I ended up winning 2 passes for all 3 days and brought my sister along for Friday and Saturday; Sunday was the rainy day, but still an amazing day. I will attempt to recap the weekend, but I suggest that everyone try to go to at least 1 day and experience it for yourselves, because I don't think you'll be disappointed. Friday---- The festival was opening with an energetic set from Charly Blis