Category: Coming-Of-Age
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I’ve Got A ‘Crush’ On You…And I’m Not Too Old To Say It
Hulu’s ‘Crush’ leaves you giddy, light, hopeful, and, yes, all crushed out on the possibility of what? You got it, your next crush.
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‘Stargirl’ Shows Self Expression Among Teenagers
Self expression among teenagers is explored in the live adaptation of Jerry Spinelli’s novel of the same name.
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Taylor Swift: Reputation Stadium Tour
Taylor Swift dazzles many fans with remixes of her country and pop singles in her Reputation Stadium concert tour, becoming a successful concert film.
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‘Happening’ Explores the Horrors of Abortions Being Illegalized
I have no idea how getting an abortion is still not a basic right at this point, but that means the fight is far from over. So, films like Happening are ever-relevant.
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Finding Your Inner Soul and Self in Rip Tide
Rip Tide is a coming-of-age film that teaches viewers about finding yourself and reconnecting with surroundings.
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Skater Girl – Sisterhood, Rebelliousness, Social Castes, and Skateboarding
This little Netflix film was very inspirational. It passes the Bechdel test, and features a different worldview with rural Indian representation.
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The Drama Continues in ‘Tall Girl 2’
The story continues in ‘Tall Girl 2’ as Jodi finds herself playing the lead role in the school’s musical production.
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‘The Hand of God’: Authentic Memory or Cliché Love Letter?
“To be universal, you have to get specific”: while the film does not attempt to provoke discussions about queerness or race, those watching closely may find something resonant in Sorrentino’s love letter to the Naples of his youth.
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The Love Triangles in ‘Tall Girl’
In Tall Girl, Jodi learns to stand tall and find confidence within.
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The Shameful Criticisms of ‘Turning Red’
Turning Red’ has received hate for being ‘unrelatable’ while dealing with one of the most human experiences. Despite the Turning Red controversy that it’s unrelatable, it is yet another Pixar classic that will inevitably stand the test of time.