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  The War with Grandpa (2020)
  
  The War With Grandpa is a typical family-friendly, easygoing comedy that will keep you laughing.
  Raymie (1960)
  
  A Coming-of-Age film about a nine-year-old boy who is an avid fisherman with a big dream: catching a legendary giant barracuda know as Old Moe.
  Wallah Be (2002)
  
  A stray dog and a song contest test a young boy's mettle in this Danish Coming-of-Age film.
Music
- Introducing Daniel Porter
  
  Introducing up and coming musician Daniel Porter -- a 14 year old (at the time of this writing) guitar player and singer.
  Introducing Rutger Garekht
  
  Rutger Garekht has the ability to transmit the emotions and the mood of his songs to the audience in an immaculate manner.
  Introduction
  Kain Rivers: The Boy with Three Names
  
  A young singer whose talents make him one to watch for in the future.
  The Tyler Project: Introducing Tyler Lorette
  
  Introducing Tyler Lorette with a review of three well-produced songs that reveal his charmingly clear voice and asserts his musical ability.
  Introduction
  Introducing Ty Lewis
  
  A 15-year-old singer from Billingham, England with voice that conveys a smokey adolescent charm.
- Interviews in Music
Articles
- Coming-of-Age Motifs in Stranger Things
  
  "Stranger Things" is the hit of the summer and, despite the spooky details, at its heart the show is a Coming-of-Age story with mass appeal.
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  Why Kids Love Coming-of-Age Movies
  
  Coming-of-Age movies often present life issues and challenges from the perspective of a child or teenager. They are appropriate for their age and help parents explain various aspects of how these issues can best be approached.
  Top 10 Kids of Horror
  
  In honor of Halloween, we've compiled a Top Ten list of terrifying child actors who have starred in movies featuring nightmarish metaphors for the loss of innocence.
  The Value of Coming-of-Age Movies
  
  Coming-of-Age films fall into a genre of films with plots revolving around a young person's transition into adulthood. Explore their values in this article.
  Reviews
  Bulgarian Coming of Age Movies
  
  Here are brief reviews of seven classic Coming-of-Age films from Bulgaria from the "Golden Age" of that genre in that country.
BETM
Books
- Book Review: See You in the Cosmos by Jack Cheng
  
  Eleven-year-old Alex Petroski who is obsessed with rockets and astronomy. It's a story that begins with his first rocket launch at a rocket convention followed by a discovery that takes him on a search across the US.
  A Book Review: Me and You by Niccolo Ammaniti
  
  Set in Italy, this is a story about an introverted 14 year old boy from Rome who has troubles fitting in.
  Book Review: The Misfits by James Howe
  
  An engaging story about four middle school students and getting to know each other's unique traits, quirks, and personalities.
  A book review : Greyhound by Steffan Piper
  
  Twelve-year-old Sebastian Ranes finds himself alone on a Greyhound bus on a coast-to-coast journey across the United States. A Coming-of-Age novel that is much more.
  Books
  Book review: Scar Island by Dan Gemeinhart
  
  A dark and compelling Coming-of-Age adventure with a fast paced and engaging narrative. Recommended!

Movies
Reviews
- All Canadian Cinema European Cinema Classic Movies American cinema
  The War with Grandpa (2020)
  
  The War With Grandpa is a typical family-friendly, easygoing comedy that will keep you laughing.
  Raymie (1960)
  
  A Coming-of-Age film about a nine-year-old boy who is an avid fisherman with a big dream: catching a legendary giant barracuda know as Old Moe.
  Wallah Be (2002)
  
  A stray dog and a song contest test a young boy's mettle in this Danish Coming-of-Age film.
Music
- Introducing Daniel Porter
  
  Introducing up and coming musician Daniel Porter -- a 14 year old (at the time of this writing) guitar player and singer.
  Introducing Rutger Garekht
  
  Rutger Garekht has the ability to transmit the emotions and the mood of his songs to the audience in an immaculate manner.
  Introduction
  Kain Rivers: The Boy with Three Names
  
  A young singer whose talents make him one to watch for in the future.
  The Tyler Project: Introducing Tyler Lorette
  
  Introducing Tyler Lorette with a review of three well-produced songs that reveal his charmingly clear voice and asserts his musical ability.
  Introduction
  Introducing Ty Lewis
  
  A 15-year-old singer from Billingham, England with voice that conveys a smokey adolescent charm.
- Interviews in Music
Articles
- Coming-of-Age Motifs in Stranger Things
  
  "Stranger Things" is the hit of the summer and, despite the spooky details, at its heart the show is a Coming-of-Age story with mass appeal.
  Random
  Why Kids Love Coming-of-Age Movies
  
  Coming-of-Age movies often present life issues and challenges from the perspective of a child or teenager. They are appropriate for their age and help parents explain various aspects of how these issues can best be approached.
  Top 10 Kids of Horror
  
  In honor of Halloween, we've compiled a Top Ten list of terrifying child actors who have starred in movies featuring nightmarish metaphors for the loss of innocence.
  The Value of Coming-of-Age Movies
  
  Coming-of-Age films fall into a genre of films with plots revolving around a young person's transition into adulthood. Explore their values in this article.
  Reviews
  Bulgarian Coming of Age Movies
  
  Here are brief reviews of seven classic Coming-of-Age films from Bulgaria from the "Golden Age" of that genre in that country.
BETM
Books
- Book Review: See You in the Cosmos by Jack Cheng
  
  Eleven-year-old Alex Petroski who is obsessed with rockets and astronomy. It's a story that begins with his first rocket launch at a rocket convention followed by a discovery that takes him on a search across the US.
  A Book Review: Me and You by Niccolo Ammaniti
  
  Set in Italy, this is a story about an introverted 14 year old boy from Rome who has troubles fitting in.
  Book Review: The Misfits by James Howe
  
  An engaging story about four middle school students and getting to know each other's unique traits, quirks, and personalities.
  A book review : Greyhound by Steffan Piper
  
  Twelve-year-old Sebastian Ranes finds himself alone on a Greyhound bus on a coast-to-coast journey across the United States. A Coming-of-Age novel that is much more.
  Books
  Book review: Scar Island by Dan Gemeinhart
  
  A dark and compelling Coming-of-Age adventure with a fast paced and engaging narrative. Recommended!

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The World of Ludovic (1993)

For those who have read Romeo and Juliet - and liked it - you would also enjoy The World of Ludovic as a prime example of good European Coming-of-Age cinema.

Canadian Cinema

Dix et demi (2010)

"This is not a film about childhood, it's a film about a different kind of childhood" Daniel Grou: Director

Clement (2001)

Clement is a Coming-of-Age film with a controversial subject matter, filmed realistically in an almost documentary style.

At its core, Pure is a powerful and heart-wrenching coming of age drama. The story is told from the point-of-view of the young Paul (Harry Eden), who witnesses the horrible consequences of drug usage and the hardship of withdrawal.

The Son of the Shark (1993)

The Son of the Shark follows the harsh life and adventures of two 10-year-old brothers through their rebellion against society, with all its norms and expectations.

Baklava (2007)

Finally, after years of not being available because it was banned in its native country of Bulgaria, a review of this controversial film by Alexo Petrov.

The Art of Crying (2006)

The Art of Crying is a controversial Danish film which, because of it's subject matter and plot complexity, may not be suitable for young audiences.

South of the Moon (2008)

South of the Moon has a somewhat complicated plot, essentially tying a Coming-of-Age story with one of big love. Recommended despite a few shortcomings, South of the Moon is an innovative independent film that deserves a chance to be appreciated.

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Hesher (2010)

A review of the 2010 independent film Hesher starring Devin Brochu and Joseph Gordon-Levitt.

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