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.
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.
Wolf Children (2013)
Wolf Children is a must see film and audiences of all ages will appreciate the story – brought to life by great actors and first-class film making.
Life According to Nino (2014)
Family harmony and happiness are dealt a catastrophic blow. How the family deals with it is the theme of "Life According to Nino".
Cub (2014)
A young troubled boy joins a Cub Scout camping trip during which everything that can turn bad – does!
Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day (2014)
A light-hearted comedy from Disney with all the ingredients a good Coming-of-Age film should have.
Always Number One (2009)
The story of the encounter of Florian and Daniel -- two pupils at a German boarding school.
Finn (2013)
Finn is an unpretentious, yet moving story of a nine-year-old motherless boy.