Riley Warmoth’s Charlie tries his best to be sympathetic and supportive to his sister especially as her behavior becomes more erratic. As actors and characters they both love where they are from and a lot of the glorious cinematography by Sam Negen of the woods, dunes, lakes and waterfalls could sub as state travel promos.

They’ve got a nice soundtrack too of music from nifty indie acoustic bands like Mutual Benefit and OM Collective that sound like the tracks they couldn’t afford, such as the Sufjan Stevens own album about Michigan.  

While the photography and music give it a hip Hollywood gloss, there is a down-home feel to the film itself, with scenes lasting a little longer than usual, and only a couple of minor roles — of a gruff mechanic or a clingy boyfriend — coming off a little clunky. But there’s a kind of charm to all that as well.

The teen ensemble Hannah meets in the woods, who range from skeptical to friendly (played by Seth Lee, Sydney Agudong and Berkley Bragg) work well. 

The low key vibe throughout the film is as sunny as the landscape all around them, though the theme is navigating teenage gloom, which is better to get through with a sympathetic brother nearby.

‘West Michigan’ will be released on video outlets April 13.