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.
Tarzan and the Jungle Boy (1968)
Tarzan helps a female journalist search for a young boy who lives in the jungle after surviving a plane crash which killed his father 7 years earlier.
Cop Car (2015)
Two 10-year-old boys run away from home, steal a police car and find themselves in more trouble than they have bargained for.
Little Boy (2015)
A 2015 US/Mexican co-production, Little Boy ranks as one of the best Coming-of-Age films I have had an opportunity to see and review.
The Treasure of Lost Canyon (1952)
An engaging story about an orphaned boy raised by traveling medicine show crooks who expect him to steal for them.
The Shots of Noah’s Ark (1983)
A soul piercing story of an innocent boy who passed through the fear and confusion of war, The Shots of Noah’s Ark will be appreciated by every fan of quality cinema.
Boychoir (2014)
Boychoir will be appreciated by fans of the Coming-of-Age genre and people who appreciate the purity and the supernatural beauty of the treble voice.
Goodnight Mommy (2014)
Goodnight Mommy has an abundance of plot twists and riddles presenting the viewer with a narrative that will engage your interest and challenge your perceptions of reality and fantasy.
Wiplala (2014)
Wiplala is an excellent family-friendly film which everyone will enjoy!
Zindy, the Swamp Boy (1973)
When a cruel landlord kills the boy`s parents, his grandfather, afraid for the life of his infant grandson, takes the boy to live in a jungle home.
The Kite (2015)
The Kite is a charming Coming-of-Age short film of first love with an 80s feel by writer/director Lasse Neilson.
America’s Newest Sport (1962)
Interested in skateboarding? Two video clips juxtapose footage from the 1960s and the present day, the latter showcasing a 10-year-old skateboarder.
North Sea Texas (2011)
Based on a novel by Andre Sollie, "North Sea Texas" is a story focused on love, the confusion of youth, and the importance of one's decisions.