Reviews
A curated collection of coming-of-age film reviews focusing on the transitional period of youth. Discover thoughtful critiques that prioritize emotional impact, empathy, and the fragile beauty of growing up on screen. We celebrate young artistic talent and the timeless stories that bridge the gap between childhood and adulthood.
Cyanide (2013)
A boy anxiously awaits his father’s return from prison after creating and building up an idealized and heroic father-figure.
Escape Into The Wild / L’Echappee sauvage (2017)
A nostalgia-soaked visual journey into one's childhood, Escape Into The Wild is shot in a manner emphasizing the innocence and beauty of youth and the world surrounding us.
The German Lesson (2019)
The German Lesson is a Coming-of-Age film characterized by a beautifully structured and impactful screenplay.
Microbe and Gasoline (2015)
While first and foremost a Coming-of-Age film, Microbe and Gasoline might also be considered by some to be a road film. The narrative is filled with healthy doses of nostalgia, humor, teenage awkwardness, and budding sexuality.
Summer Rebels (2020)
A story revolving around an eleven-year-old boy and his adventures during an unusual summer vacation.
The Pee-Wee 3D: The Winter That Changed My Life (2012)
An inspirational sport themed Coming-of-Age film with a great story, good acting and exceptional camera work.
The Perfect Game (2009)
Based on a true story, "The Perfect Game" is the story of a group of boys from the small industrial town of Monterrey, Mexico who dream of one day travelling to America to play in the Little League World Series (baseball). One of the best underdog sport stories of all time.
Brothers (2015)
The short film "Brothers" manages to turn a conflictive family relationship into an atmospheric Coming-of-Age drama.
Zizotek (2019)
A boy and an old mute loner develop a father-son relationship that they both need and embark on a journey that takes an unexpected turn.
Little Big Voice (2015)
Set in Austria in 1955, Littel Big Voice is a moving story of a ten-year-old boy who, after the death of his mother, tries to fulfil his dreams in post-war Europe – in the face of many obstacles.