coming-of-age
The story of the underdog will always be a crowd-pleaser. An unknown phoenix yearning to…
Slut in a Good Way is an unapologetic celebration of first love, first heartbreak, and everything else that comes with being a teenage girl.
Good Boys is not for everyone, for it is messy and repetitive in what it’s doing, but it is also exceptionally funny, charming, and thoughtful.
Just when I thought coming-of-age fatigue is about to kick in, Booksmart overwhelms with its confident energy and wisdom.
The Kid, directed by Vincent D’Onofrio and written by Andrew Lanham, is a take on…
A mature, eerie, and effective coming-of-age story, The Changeover is a definite standout when it comes to young adult films.
Lady Bird is one of the best modern coming of age stories, but the greatness likely stems from the small scenes many audiences might miss.
Some may preemptively dismiss Gully Boy as a rip-off of 8 Mile but there’s far more here than just another underdog hip-hop story.
A spiritual forerunner to modern coming-of-age films like Eighth Grade and Lady Bird, Peppermint Soda is a charming glimpse at two teenage girls growing up.
Mektoub My Love is one of the most self indulgent films in recent memory, with the threat of a sequel likely to kill off the director’s career altogether.
We spoke with director Melissa B. Miller Costanzo about her new film All These Small Moments, and what inspired her to create this unique adolescent drama.
The Norwegian drama Hurry Slowly is a peaceful, slow paced family drama which remains inviting despite its low narrative stakes.
Adult Life Skills is a poignant examination of a young woman whose growth has been stunted by grief, carried by Jodie Whittaker’s charming performance.
Writer/director Melissa B. Miller Costanzo’s feature debut touches on the complex nature of relationships with a stunning visual eye, resulting in a thought-provoking journey into the ill-defined nature of transitioning into adulthood.
Lukas Dhont’s directorial debut, Girl, is one of the year’s most irresponsible films, and could have a negative impact on younger trans viewers.