Two strangers meet by chance online and discover the family they never had. This touching dramedy blends heartfelt emotion with gentle humour to create a feel-good experience with real depth.
Film details
- Premiere date: 7 August 2025
- Director: Tracie Laymon
- Runtime: 101 minutes
- Theatres: KINO, Cinerama
- Genre: Drama, comedy
- IMDB score: 7.5
What’s the vibe?
A warm, indie road of self-discovery — minus the road. Expect a quiet yet powerful story about chosen family, emotional growth and how two broken people can make each other whole. There’s no sugar-coated sentimentality here; instead, it’s an honest, slow-blooming connection that will leave you teary-eyed but smiling.
Trailer
Check out the trailer below.
Why you might like it
- For your eyes: Subtle visual storytelling that favours authentic performances over flashy effects.
- For your heart: An uplifting, platonic love story that redefines what family can mean.
- For your mind: Sharp, tender writing that lingers on the complexities of human connection.
Critical reception
Winner of 13 audience awards at various film festivals, the film has been praised for its sensitive handling of themes like loneliness, forgiveness and emotional resilience. Critics highlight Barbie Ferreira’s breakout performance and John Leguizamo’s understated charm, noting the chemistry that makes their bond utterly believable.
Scene to watch for
A quiet kitchen-table conversation where a simple joke turns into an unspoken promise — it’s the exact moment you realise they’ve both found their missing piece.
Recommended pairing
Homemade comfort food, followed by writing a letter to someone you’ve lost touch with.
Need-to-knows
- Language: English
- Subtitles: Dutch
- Rating: 9 (suitable for a wide audience)
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