While the themes of the film certainly transcend geography and age, the inclusion of multicultural characters further help make the film universal.

A gritty, sometimes downright heartwrenching story of two young boys left to fend for themselves for weeks during a boiling-hot summer in a Brooklyn housing project.

Proves to be as awkward as its title thanks to its uneven screenplay and tone, and questionable casting in supporting parts.

Confoundingly, though, there are so many storybook conveniences getting us the these points that any moment of honesty is a drop in the ocean...