Category: Coming Of Age
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FOXES
“Foxes,” a 1980 drama/thriller directed by Adrian Lyne is a poignant coming-of-age drama that delves into the lives of four teenage girls as they navigate the complexities of adolescence in the San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles. The film stars Jodie Foster as Jeanie, Cherie Currie (of The Runaways fame) as Annie, Marilyn Kagan as…
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THE BREAKFAST CLUB
“The Breakfast Club” is a 1985 American teen coming-of-age comedy-drama film written, produced, and directed by John Hughes. It is considered a quintessential ’80s film and a seminal work in the teen genre. The movie stars Emilio Estevez, Paul Gleason, Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson, Molly Ringwald, and Ally Sheedy, all members of what would…
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THROW AWAY YOUR BOOKS, RALLY IN THE STREETS
“Throw Away Your Books, Rally in The Streets” is a groundbreaking Japanese film directed by Shuji Terayama and released in 1971. The film is a surreal and anarchic exploration of youth rebellion, societal disillusionment, and the search for personal freedom. The story follows the protagonist, a young man named ‘Me’ (portrayed by Hideaki Sasaki), who…
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PORKY’S
“Porky’s,” written and directed by Bob Clark and released in 1981, is a raunchy comedy set in 1954. It follows a group of high schoolers in Florida as they navigate adolescence, relationships, and their quest for sexual experiences. The film stars Dan Monahan as Edward “Pee Wee” Morris. Mark Herrier as Billy McCarthy, Wyatt Knight…
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20th CENTURY WOMEN
“20th Century Women” is a poignant coming-of-age drama directed by Mike Mills. Set in Santa Barbara, California, in the late 1970s, the film explores the lives of a diverse group of people and how they navigate the challenges and changes of the era. The film opens with Dorothea Fields (Annette Bening), a middle-aged single mother,…
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THE LAST PICTURE SHOW
“The Last Picture Show” is a 1971 poignant and evocative coming-of-age drama directed by Peter Bogdanovich, set in a small, dying Texas town in the early 1950s. The film is a masterful exploration of its characters’ lives, dreams, and struggles and features a standout performance by Jeff Bridges. The story revolves around Sonny Crawford, portrayed…
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SHORT FILM: SUMMER HIT
“Summer Hit” is a 2019 short film written and directed by Berthold Wahjudi. It follows two foreign exchange students, Laia from Spain (played by Martina Roura) and Emil from Iceland (played by Atli Benedikt) who are both on a semester abroad in Munich. The film begins immediately after the couple has just had sex and…
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THE VIRGIN SUICIDES
“The Virgin Suicides,” a 1999 film directed by Sofia Coppola, is a captivating drama based on the acclaimed novel by Jeffrey Eugenides. Set in a tranquil suburban neighborhood during the mid-1970s, the film follows the mysterious and tragic story of the Lisbon sisters, five enigmatic teenage girls whose lives become a fascination for their entire…
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MOONLIGHT
“Moonlight” (2016) is an emotionally powerful and visually stunning film directed by Barry Jenkins. The movie takes us on a captivating and intimate journey into the life of a young African-American man named Chiron. Divided into three distinct chapters, it explores Chiron’s coming-of-age in Miami, his struggle with identity and sexuality, and the profound impact…
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A ROOM FOR ROMEO BRASS
“A Room for Romeo Brass” is a 1999 coming-of-age drama that explores the deep bond between two best friends, Romeo Brass (played by Andrew Shim) and Gavin “Knocks” Woolley (played by Ben Marshall), as they navigate the trials and tribulations of adolescence in a small English town. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Shane Meadows, this poignant…
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