Look, the premise is genuinely cool—time-frozen town, mysterious feral child, teens grappling with stagnation. But a 6.3 on IMDb and 3/5 on Letterboxd tells you what you need to know: this is one of those anime films that prioritizes mood and atmosphere over coherent storytelling.

It's not unwatchable, but it's also not going to blow anyone's mind. If your teen is already deep into contemplative anime (think Your Name or Weathering With You but less accessible), they might appreciate the vibes. For everyone else? This will feel slow, confusing, and ultimately unsatisfying.

The 'love fueled by frustration' angle sounds intriguing but also suggests some darker emotional territory that might not resonate with younger teens. And without more concrete details about what actually happens, it's hard to recommend this over dozens of better-reviewed anime films on Netflix.

Bottom line: Skip unless your kid specifically seeks out moody, art-house animation.