This is one of those pleasant surprises in the teen romance genre—it's got heart, a genuinely creative premise, and doesn't rely on manufactured drama or cringe to carry the story. The 'tiny perfect things' concept is actually beautiful and could legitimately shift how kids think about their daily lives.
The grief/terminal illness subplot is real and heavy, but it's handled with care. This isn't trauma porn—it's about acceptance and finding joy even when life is hard. That said, if your kid is actively dealing with loss or illness in the family, you might want to preview or watch together.
It's not going to win Oscars, and it's definitely in the 'feel-good teen movie' category, but it's smart enough to avoid being disposable. Recent enough (2021) that it doesn't feel ancient, and the Amazon Prime availability makes it easy to access. Solid pick for family movie night with tweens/teens, especially if you want something that'll actually give you something to talk about afterward beyond 'that was cute.'





