Young cast lifts interstellar romance ‘The Space Between Us’

CLEVELAND, Ohio — “What’s your favorite thing about Earth?” That’s the question that Mars-born Gardner Elliot asks as he roams the American Southwest, soaking up new experiences and falling in love in the teen romance ” The Space Between Us.” The movie suffers from sluggish action at times, but its plot twists and appealing young actors elevate the proceedings into an enjoyable blend of romance, science fiction and adventure.