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.

The Hole (2009)

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A house you just moved into. You don't know the town, you don't know the neighbors, you don't know who lived in the house before you. And then, in the basement of your new house, you find a wooden lid well secured with several iron locks. Would you open the lid? Would you take your chances to discover what hides beneath it? Will your curiosity put you in danger?

Swim Zack Swim (2002)

Canadian Cinema

Swim Zack Swim is a 26-minute short film written, produced and directed by Sterling Johnston. Zack Thompson wants to be like his best friend, Christoper, who is an excellent swimmer and so learns to swim competively. The story of the film is simple, yet fun to watch.

Kicking And Screaming (2005)

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Kicking and Screaming is primarily a comedy, though an inspirational one. It's a funny film with a lovely cast and will be appreciated mostly by comedy lovers.

Looking for Miracles (1989)

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Looking for Miracles has achieved classic status over time and it's a perfect family flick whilem, at the same time, having excellent coming of age value.

Moritz (2003)

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Moritz is a touching film, which stands for issues such as tolerance and accepting people for who they are. Directed by Stefan Haupt, the film is enjoyable while at the same time a serious social drama.

Let Me In (2010)

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Director Matt Reeves knew exactly what he was doing by staying with the original screenplay. By using flash backs and additional sequences while short, he brought much more meaning to the story that had been so subtle in the original movie that there were missed in my viewing.

Teufelskicker (2010)

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Already attracting a lot of interest in both Germany and overseas, Teufelskicker (Devil's Kickers) is the new sport themed film starring all the members of the popular German band Apollo 3. Teufelskicker is a family film, featuring European style football, that the kids will especially enjoy.

Pappersväggar (2007)

Short films

This review concentrates on a short childrens horror film based on a short story by John Ajvide Lindqvist - the author of Let the Right One In. Its original title is Pappersväggar (or Paperwalls in English) and it was released at the beginning of 2007.

The Boy Cried Murder (1966)

Classic Movies

Children often make up stories to gain attention. Sometimes, if they do it too much, they are eventually ignored. But when this happens to one small boy, he gets into big trouble. Will anyone be there to help him?

Johnny- The True Story of A Civil War Legend

American cinema

Johnny is largely a historical autobiography with a touch of realistic scenes integrated in between the photographs and drawings from the Civil War.

Hounddog (2007)

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Hounddog stars Dakota Fanning in a coming an age tale of a young girl who struggles to overcome some horrible moments in her life while making sense of the world around her. It's a good film with a touching story that deserves much more attention than it received after its premiere at the Sundance Film Festival.

Losing Track (1992)

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Losing Track is a 1992, made for TV movie, produced by BBC Screen One. It tells the story of a father and son who have lost their connection after a long separation. This movie is sure to tug at the heartstrings of its viewers, as it touches on universal issues such an obsession with the past and father- son relationships.

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