Many coming-of-age films tell stories about growing up and realizing the limitations of the adults in charge. Bartlett certainly has that element. However, it also concerns Charlie learning his ...

Every generation, it seems, has its own favorite coming-of-age movies. And though tastes change, as does the definition of “coming of age” — including everyone from preteens to young adults ...

The best coming-of-age movies for adults offer profound insights about the later stages of life, from Barbie to The Worst Person in the World.

The best coming-of-age movies of all time are celebrated for their ability to capture the universal experience of adolescence, from Stand by Me to Moonlight.

There’s a reason there are so many coming-of-age films. They are a powerful time in our lives, raging hormones aside, it’s a time when we learn so much about the world, who we are, and how we ...

Most movies are predicated on some kind of character arc. The protagonist starts their journey and, by the end, the experience alters who they are. However, we wouldn’t call all films “coming ...

From French New Wave masterpieces to recent indie hits, the coming-of-age movie transcends genre, age, historical period, and so much more.

We all love coming-of-age movies —these wonderfully inspirational, often heartwarming yet gut-wrenching, growth-centered movies. That’s likely why there are so many lists that cover this genre.

Coming-of-age movies were dominated by boys for so long that it still feels like an indie-movie event to get two such movies made by and about women opening on the same day. On the surface, those ...

In honor of Didi's upcoming release, we chart over 70 years of history, told through coming-of-age movies.

Explore the journey of self-discovery and poignant stories with our list of the top coming-of-age movies. See the films that define this timeless genre.