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- Traditionally, the coming-of-age movie centers on certain events that mature the main characters: losing one’s virginity and finding sexuality (Porky’s, Risky Business, Superbad, The Dreamers), forming meaningful relationships (Perks of Being a Wallflower, The Breakfast Club, Pretty in Pink, Weird Science, Heathers), drifting along aimlessly (An Education, St. Elmo’s Fire, The Graduate, American Graffiti, Adventureland), maturing after a trip or adventure (Y Tu Mama Tambien, Almost Famous, Stand...
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Jun 13, 2023 · A true classic coming-of-age film from the 1980s directed by John Hughes, “The Breakfast Club” was one of its kind as it was one of the very first films which realistically portrayed adolescence, breaking stereotypes and had compelling character development of the five teenagers.
May 21, 2017 · One thing that does seem particularly fake when it comes to young people on screens is their dialogue. A simple Google search will show you that many adults seem convinced that teenagers communicate in what they call “teen speak”, a language used and understood only by people under a certain age.
- Rebel Without A Cause
- The 400 Blows
- Stand by Me
- Boyz N The Hood
- City of God
- The Edge of Seventeen
- Super Dark Times
- Coming-Of-Age Films: Final Thoughts
A truly iconic film that led several young men to wear the jeans and leather jacket look, but failed to capture the cool swagger of James Dean. While Holden Caulfield beats Jim Stark as the 1950’s alienated teen on the page, Dean brought youthful pessimism to the big screen – along with fellow misfits Judy (Natalie Wood) and Plato (Sal Mineo). Jim ...
Like Jim Stark, Antoine (Jean-Pierre Leaud) has parents that don’t understand. The difference is Jim’s parents are nice people that mean well, but are totally clueless. Antoine’s parents are not kind, but are self-absorbed assholes that scold or ignore Antoine’s needs. This leads the young man to break many rules. Francois Truffaut based a lot of A...
In the summer before the start of middle school, four friends go on a journey to find a dead body. Through their trek, we learn about their families and the individual thoughts of these boys. These guys are very different, but what binds them together is their understanding of each other. Both in family situations and life direction. Each boy has a...
Like Stand by Me and other films, Boyz N the Hood centers on a group of friends, all opposites, who feel adults don’t get them and attempt to look for opportunities to find out who they are. To add authenticity to the story, John Singleton uses semi-autobiographical details in this film. By doing so, he conjures up fleshed out realistic characters....
While many films featured distant or neglectful parents, Boyz N the Hood had a strong parental figure in the form of Tre’s father. His father is a frank and sincere character who doesn’t shelter Tre, but is there to guide him to adulthood. In City of God, the streets of Rio de Janeiro seems devoid of adults in any form, it’s like Peanuts as a crime...
Seventeen year old Nadine (Hailee Steinfeld) broadcasts rather loudly her angst. She is the class misfit, constantly butts heads with her mom and to make matters worse, her best friend slept with her brother. Nadine responds to her daily misfortunes through deadpan, sardonic commentary, and it is satisfying to watch. First time director Kelly Fremo...
The Netflix’s sensation Stranger Things and the retro Canadian cult movie Turbo Kid were partly instrumental (at least in my view) in the wave of nostalgia programs. Reminiscing on the 1980’s and 1990’s is a hot market at the moment. Like Stand by Me brought 1950’s nostalgia for boomers, Super Dark Times does the same for looking at small town life...
The coming-of-age film is a vast world of cinematic entertainment that spans decades, genres and continents. However, regardless of your nationality and current age, we were all teenagers at one point. Making it easy to spot which movies are truthful, and which ones are artificial in their storytelling. As this guide detailed in the films examined,...
May 11, 2024 · In Coming-of-Age Drama, adolescents are portrayed authentically, reflecting the nuanced complexities of youth. This representation delves into the struggles, growth, and self-discovery of young characters facing pivotal moments in their lives.
Jan 8, 2024 · Written and directed by Greta Gerwig, the film is a semi-autobiographical tale that chronicles a year in the life of Christine “Lady Bird” McPherson, a high school senior navigating the...
The portrayal of adolescence in coming of age films often focuses on the inherent awkwardness of this life stage. From voice cracks and growth spurts to first loves and social faux pas, filmmakers jump into these transformative years with both sensitivity and humor.
Abstract. This paper aims to combine developmental psychology with cinematic theory to raise awareness of how coming-of-age films could assist adolescents and emerging adults in identity development. To do so, I will draw upon the work of psychologists Erik Erikson and Jeffery Arnett, exploring the characteristics that distinguish identity ...
