Yes it had potential, they kept it simple and real, real life problems that real families have to go through today, and will continue to, and that is why I praise the subject matter. But as a film the narrative really stalled when it hit the third act, and this is where it could have really grounded you as the audience and kept you in your seat thinking about it, long after the credits. But it just didn't, it was a very boring end and you just didn't find yourself caring enough which was unfortunate.

The film was well made, the setting, sound production, direction all seemed to click together nicely. The acting was slight, and restrained in a very real kinda way, this was unique and worked well for the first two acts, just... But a coming of age story still needs an edge to it, to engage the audience, and this is where you were left wondering... An Oscar worthy picture...? I didn't think so...