Theme: Adolescence
Chasing your own identity.
It's not easy, growing up. In adolescence the values and independence is put to serious tests.When hormones are racing, and growing pains are causing chaos, you need a little extra love and understanding.
Check out these solid and inspiring films about adolescence,the time when the identity begins to shine through.
An intense film about the bridge between childhood and adolescence, about finding yourself and others, and loss. The film received great criticisms, not the least due to the fantastic young actors in the leading roles.
Mirja has been to prison, and is trying to start over. She wants a clear divide between who she used to be, and who she wants to become. A refreshing and fun film about young, adult women.
A masterpiece movie about Jack and his family. His mother is a sensitive soul who cares for her three boys.
But their father is cold, distanced and strict. We follow Jack from innocent childhood into disillusioned adulthood, where he tries to reconcile with his past. The film won 116 awards.
Eliza is about to finish high school when she is brutally attacked just before the final exams. Will she be able to set the pain aside, finish and move on in life?
A charming visit back to the 80s. This Scottish film is a story about teenage-love, anxiety and football, and was nominated for a BAFTA-award.
Franky and Ballas are best buddies, in the school swim-team and popular with the girls. An incident at a party changes things for them both. The film won the Audience Award at the Gothenburg Film Festival, and is a solid story about finding your true identity.
For more quailty coming-of-age films, check out this list.
Redaksjonen tipser: Ungdomsfilmer
Published: 05/09/2024 Last updated: 05/09/2024
