Naomi and Ely's No Kiss List
Directed by Kristin Hanggi
- romance
- comedy
The story
The bonds between Naomi and Ely are tested when they fall for the same guy.
What it’s like
Bright, sunny daylight and tidy, upbeat framing give this teen romantic comedy an easy, sun-warmed feel, with the kind of bubbly, pop-leaning energy that suits a lazy weekend afternoon. Two close friends find their bond strained when they both fall for the same boy, and the story moves briskly through giggly confessions, awkward dinners, and sharp, sometimes stinging arguments about loyalty. The emotional register sits between light comedy and earnest heartache, with a warm, gently self-aware tone that keeps the drama from feeling heavy. Intensity is low: there is no violence or gore, romance stays chaste and mostly kissing-level, and the cheating and betrayal play out as hurt feelings rather than cruelty. Themes of bisexuality and queer identity surface along the way, handled openly and without melodrama. It suits viewers who want a comfortable, friendship-centered romance with a touch of bittersweet honesty, especially those who enjoy young-adult stories about messy first loves and the people who make them survivable.
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