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.
Rare Exports (2010)
Rare Exports is not your typical holiday movie and it will, in fact, give you an entirely different perspective on Santa Claus.
The Magic Ferret (2013)
If you like films that feature a heartwarming storyline, charming young actors and are filled with positive vibes, The Magic Ferret is for you.
Bush Christmas (1947)
Set in Australia, five kids set out on a quest to recover their father’s favorite horse, stolen by passing horse thieves.
Germany Year Zero (1948)
Set in war torn Berlin after WWII, Germany Year Zero is the story of a 12-year-old boy who struggles to help his family survive.
Kruimeltje (1999)
Kruimeltje is a perfect choice for family Holiday viewing. Not only is it entertaining and heartwarming, but it's guaranteed to inspire moral values in its younger and older viewers alike.
Mike Says Goodbye! (2012)
Mike Says Goodbye! is a film for the holidays filled with likable (and some not so likable) characters and a cast that delivers great performances.
Sticks and Stones (2013)
George is different from the other kids – has no friends and doesn’t really want any. He's happy on his own – an introvert, a weirdo or perhaps just a normal kid who tries to make sense of the world in his own way.
Joshua (2007)
The behavior of an eccentric boy, who is an only child for nine years, takes a sinister turn when a newborn sister arrives in the household.
12 Notes Down (2008)
12 Notes Down is a documentary film that focuses on the experiences of a young member of the Royal Chapel Choir as he realizes that his changing voice would require him to stop singing.
Balkanica LTD (2013)
A tension filled narrative and a surprising ending are featured in Balkanika LTD -- a story of the encounter between a young Croatian boy and an adult member of the Serbian militia.
Dry Rain (2008)
Dry Rain is a short film that tells the story of a father who steals his son from his ex-wife and crosses the border into Canada.
Gun Smugglers (1948)
Gun Smugglers stars a young protagonist and has everything you could expect from a good Western – exciting fist fights, shootouts, lots of horse-riding and, of course, a beautiful maiden.