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.
Swing (2002)
A touching portrayal of the gypsy lifestyle as seen through the eyes of a boy bent on learning to play the guitar.
Western Lights
Set sail with twelve young explorers who decided to follow the route of Christopher Columbus from Spain to the New World. Be a sailor, an archeologist, a diver and a student with them - and experience their adventures.
Toast (2010)
Set in the 1960’s, Toast is the Coming-of-Age memoir of Nigel Slater, an English food writer, journalist and broadcaster. Did I like the film? No. I LOVED it and and so will you!
Come Morning (2012)
An ill-fated hunting trip forever changes the lives of a granddad and his 10-year-old grandson.
Gift (2013)
A young boy despises his father for being poor and unsuccessful, but years later realizes how wrong he was.
Tommy (2011)
Combining grotesque fantasy and reality, Tommy shows the influence dysfunctional families can have on children in a manner that is sometimes shocking.
My First Claire (2010)
A funky, refreshing film that accurately portrays the anguish/confusion surrounding the discovery of youthful sexuality.
Chasing Ghosts (2014)
After 11-year-old Lucas Simons loses his brother in a traffic accident, Lucas becomes obsessed with death.
Flutter (2014)
A young mother and her nine-year-old son struggle to navigate through life after the boy's father departs on a self-discovering journey -- leaving them to fend on their own.
Holger & Vilde (2010)
A bitter-sweet story about friendship, growing up, first love and everything in between.
The Darkness is Close Behind (2011)
The Darkness is Close Behind is a story of failures, maturity and responsibility that won't leave you indifferent.
Standing Up (2013)
Entertaining and inspiring, "Standing Up" is one of the best Coming-of-Age movies I have had the pleasure to watch and review.