Whole New Thing

Whole New Thing

Who was YOUR first crush?

200592 min5.8 / 10

A coming-of-age comedy-drama about an isolated teen's first love and self-discovery, navigating desire, identity, and the complications of an inappropriate relationship.

Socially isolated by his parents, an androgynous teen enrolls in high school and develops a crush on his male teacher.

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