coming-of-age
Dusty & Me is a greyhound leap ahead of similar films that have come before but as dog tales go it can’t quite keep the company of classic animal epics – it’s not quite that memorable.
We spoke with Ása Helga Hjörleifsdóttir about her directorial debut, The Swan, and discussed its darker scenes.
The Forest of the Lost Souls is an impressive debut that will find its audience in those filmgoers who appreciate cinematic genre fusion.
Hope Springs Eternal deals with depressing subject matter – but does so with a sweetness that’s touching and entertaining.
In the sea of stellar coming-of-age films that have recently been released, The Swan’s beautiful blend of human drama and magical realism is still unique enough to stand out.
I Used to Be Normal is a heartwarming reaffirmation of the power of fandom, a heartwarming, non-judgemental documentary that’s not just for boyband fans.
To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before is a testament to how far young adult films have come, resisting stereotypes and cliches despite seeming to fall into a gimmicky premise.
With Laura Gets A Cat, Michael Ferrell continues his knowing efforts within the romantic comedy genre.
Hot Summer Nights’ story is not adequately interesting to justify the legendary tone, and it winds up feeling anodyne when it should feel explosive.
The Legacy of a Whitetail Deer Hunter is undeniably a missed opportunity, a film that nails a certain tone and feel without putting all the pieces together.
In a genre dripping with teenage iconoclasm and headbanging angst, Adventures in Public School makes at the very least for comforting viewing and offers a sweet view of respect, family and independence.
The Year of Spectacular Men might spin its wheels and veer off course, but there’s still some fun to be had by these spectacular women.
Eighth Grade is the messiness of the teenage experience confidently articulated by a first time filmmaker with an innately humanist streak.
Certainly not perfect but a very interesting watch, Cash’s debut feature film is a well-executed musing on family, sexuality, and the Electra Complex.
Hearts Beat Loud rings emotionally true, and is heartwarming in its portrayal of youth, old age and perfect pop music.