Two earnest teens connect deeply, finding melancholy romance and heartwarming wonder on a journey through Indiana.
Romantic. A date-night pick at a measured pace. Emotionally it is devastating.
Streaming on Netflix.
What we could confirm fits an R: some violence and some strong language.
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Two teens facing personal struggles form a powerful bond as they embark on a cathartic journey chronicling the wonders of Indiana.
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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