The New York Times says, “The director Martha Stephens, working from a script by Shannon Bradley-Colleary, handles this material smoothly, creating a solid, tangible sense of place with landscapes, gusts of wind and a blue sky that feels more confining than sheltering.”

The Guardian says, “A shy Oklahoma girl has her life transformed by a charismatic newcomer in this comforting coming-of-age drama.”

Entertainment Weekly says, “It serves as a gentle, lovely reminder that one true friendship, even forged amid adversity, can be enough to keep you looking skyward.”

Indiewire says, “There’s a grit and urgency to To the Stars of something bigger and darker coming along with the changing times.”

Deadline Hollywood says, “Sundance favorite is a sweetly nostalgic coming of age tale with a talented cast and strong female POV to make it worthwhile.”