There is something a little charming about [Andrew] Currie’s direction in its ability to maintain optimism and hope in Charlie’s darkest moments. Hopefully, that quality is contagious.

Aside from its persistent gimmicks and aggressive sentimentality, an underlying sweetness enables this Canadian romantic fantasy to resonate as a poignant examination of guilt and grief.

The Invisibles is thoughtful, provocative filmmaking that asks fundamental questions about life, love and trauma is an entertaining, and often funny, way.

Does a life of experience have greater value than a life of avoidance? The way director/writer Andrew Currie (Fido, Mile Zero) lays it out is provocative and vivid. Invisibility is the metaphor for accepting that the joys of life come at a cost.