While the premise might seem a little off-putting and could serve to alienate a wider audience, missing this movie would be a real shame. This movie is incredibly heartwarming with a great sense of humor that delves into very real and deep issues the characters are left to deal with. The doll works as a conduit to bring the town together and give something that everyone is looking for. I highly recommend.

this film was amazingly heartwarming, and i've seen it a few times since.