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Two 13-year-old boys spend an idyllic summer together, but their connection is put to the test when they become the subject of speculation at school.
Who would love this
- ♥are likely individuals who appreciate character-driven dramas, sensitive explorations of human relationships, and films that tackle difficult emotional themes with nuance and empathy. Viewers who connect with coming-of-age stories, explorations of masculinity, and narratives about the impact of societal pressures will find much to resonate with. Fans of Dhont's previous work, "Girl," may also appreciate his continued focus on adolescent struggles and identity.
Who might not
- ✗could be viewers who prefer faster-paced narratives or films with more straightforward resolutions. Those uncomfortable with emotionally heavy subject matter, or who find the film's exploration of adolescent intimacy and its tragic turn to be too difficult or even manipulative, might have reservations. Some critics have also noted that the film might "take the easy way out" in certain narrative aspects.
