
Young Hearts
Directed by Anthony Schatteman
Produced by Polar Bear Films, Family Affair Films
A tender coming-of-age story about a teenage boy discovering his sexuality and identity through an unexpected connection with a new neighbor, balancing vulnerability with youthful playfulness.
14-year-old Elias increasingly feels like an outsider in his village. When he meets his new neighbour of the same age, Alexander, Elias is confronted with his burgeoning sexuality.
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Is Young Hearts one of a kind? No. Less singular than 93% of films.
Is Young Hearts violent? Barely. Less violent than 86% of films.
Is Young Hearts easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 72% of films.
Is Young Hearts scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.
Does Young Hearts end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 65% of films.
Is Young Hearts sad? Somewhat. More sad than 61% of films.
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Familiar shape, done well.
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Ensemble
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Like Young Hearts
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Young Hearts
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Young Hearts, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Young Hearts, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Young Hearts, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.


























































