Slash

Neil is a fifteen-year-old student whose primary passion is writing fan fiction based on the science fiction world of Vanguard. After meeting an older peer named Julia, he is encouraged to publish his stories on the internet. The work attracts the attention of a website moderator, leading Neil toward a new environment and an invitation to present his writing at a comics convention.

This American comedy was written and directed by Clay Liford. The film stars Michael Johnston as Neil and Hannah Marks as Julia, with a supporting cast that includes Michael Ian Black, Burnie Burns, Violett Beane, and Missi Pyle. The production was handled by Arts+Labor, Well Tailored Films, and Boxcar Films.

Released in March 2016, the movie received a moderate reception from viewers, earning a 5.9 rating on IMDb from 1,300 votes and a 5.8 on TMDB from 50 votes. Film critics gave the production a higher score of 6.8 based on 25 reviews.