Chemical Hearts

If I learned anything from this movie it's that women are NOT pottery waiting to be put back together

Premise alone, this seems like something I might go for. It has its moments, but overall this film simply has nothing clever or interesting to say. I typically appreciate stories of grief, but this one is pedestrian, lazy and trite. While the acting is rather bad, the writing is the main culprit.

Quite a bittersweet but refreshing addition to the teen romance genre. Tanne's writing and direction seemed to allow the actors to really lean into their characters so everything could unfold without being rushed.

I felt like it had more potential than what it gave but still acceptable. But don't expect your average teen-feel-good-romance. *Recommendable

Hits the familiar beats of most of these made for Netflix/Amazon/TV teen romcoms, but just doesn't get quite up to snuff.