With only 35 minutes, you cannot expect too much from this film, but it delivers everything at a high level and leaves you satisfied, if a little heartsick.

Issues of Christian attitudes towards homosexuality, societal expectations and most prominently, coming to terms with your sexuality are all included, but with the short run time, none get too much attention. I do wish there was a bit more time to explore all of these themes in greater depth.

The romance develops naturally, though there are really no conflicts until they are outed as a couple in school. Even that feels a little unsatisfactory, since Hei is openly gay and the boys have been hanging out exclusively for a while. Surely everyone knows.

There is good chemistry between the two leads, and Zeno is adorable. His innocent, yet open and endearing smile really draws you in. You feel like you know this character from his easy portrayal.

The end is a bit rushed and I'm not certain how much time has passed. Did they never speak again until the last day? It would have been nice to see how Hei dealt with the separation, and not just the little we see of Ming. You leave hoping that they will reunite and fulfill the promise of this sweet, first love relationship, but that's up to the viewer to fill in the blanks. Ahhh a boy can dream, can't he?

I'd watch it again, since it's a short sweet film. But would probably look for something a bit happier first.