“★★★★. A heart-stirring journey which ponders the joy and pain of adolescence and the ongoing struggle of finding joy in the midst of grief.”

— Justin Bower, Loud and Clear Reviews

“An affecting film… a finely-tuned reflection on learning from experience.”

— Peter Martin, Screen Anarchy

“Provides a level of nuance that’s rare for depictions of the border in movies… At a time when the border has become fodder for hate, it's refreshing to see a movie that highlights the humanity at its center.”

— Alejandra Martínez, The Austin Chronicle

“A thoughtful meditation on nostalgia, grief, and what life really looks like on the border.”

— Doyin Oyeniyi, Texas Monthly