The Dust Factory (2004)

After his dad Ryan senior's death in a truck accident, schoolboy Ryan Flynn, a gentle, somewhat nerdy space-fan, becomes a recluse. He shuts up completely after a fall and near-drowning experience while roaming the countryside with his admirably patient, cheerful playmate Rocky Mazzelli. Only Ryan's late granddad finds a magical way to get trough to him and introduce him to a mysterious place, the 'dust factory'. There grandpa and resident teenager Melanie 'Pan' Lewis shows how youngsters prepare for their next life phase. But deciding when they are isn't easy or safe.

The Dust Factory is a drama movie featuring Armin Mueller-Stahl and directed by Eric Small.

The Dust Factory is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Freevee, The Roku Channel and Tubi TV.

It is also possible to buy The Dust Factory on Amazon Video, Apple TV and Vudu.