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Coming-of-Age Drama movies

Growing-up drama about identity, belonging, first independence, and life choices that can’t be undone.

Afterlife of the Party

1. Afterlife of the Party

Fantasy Comedy Drama Supernatural Fantasy Parody
5.8
20211h 49min

Overview

A social butterfly who dies during her birthday week is given a second chance to right her wrongs on Earth.

Themes

"movie: afterlife of the party. genres: fantasy, Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Comedy, Drama main themes: back from the dead, Back from the dead full keywords list: back from the dead. concept analysis: the film explores themes of redemption and the importance of personal connections, Emphasizing how unresolved relationships can haunt us even after death. it highlights the transformative power of love and forgiveness in overcoming life's challenges."

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Words Bubble Up Like Soda Pop

2. Words Bubble Up Like Soda Pop

Animation Romance Drama Anime Bittersweet Romance
6.8
20211h 28min

Overview

After meeting one day, a shy boy who expresses himself through haiku and a bubbly but self-conscious girl share a brief, magical summer.

Themes

Teenage romance under pressure, Art as communication, Insecurity and self-expression, Music as connection, Perseverance through awkwardness, Small-town slice of life

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Belle

3. Belle

Animation Science Fiction Drama Music Anime
7.0
20212h 1min

Overview

Suzu is a 17-year-old high-school student living in a rural town with her father. Wounded by the loss of her mother at a young age, Suzu one day discovers the massive online world "U" and dives into this alternate reality as her avatar, Belle. Before long, all of U's eyes are fixed on Belle, when, suddenly, a mysterious, dragon-like figure appears before her.

Themes

Abusive father, Dead mother, Online relationship, Virtual world, Strong friendship, Social network

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A Week Away

4. A Week Away

Drama Music Romance Comedy Narrative Musical
5.8
20211h 35min

Overview

Troubled teen Will Hawkins has a run-in with the law that puts him at an important crossroad: go to juvenile detention or attend a Christian summer camp. At first a fish-out-of-water, Will opens his heart, discovers love with a camp regular, and sense of belonging in the last place he expected to find it.

Themes

"movie: a week away. genres: drama, Music, Romance, Comedy, Drama, Music, Romance, Comedy main themes: summer camp, Forgiveness, Musical, Summer camp, Forgiveness, Musical full keywords list: summer camp, Forgiveness, Musical, Teen movie, Teenage girl, Orphan, Teenage boy, Foster care, Christian film, Christian camp. concept analysis: the film explores themes of belonging and redemption through the lens of faith and community. it highlights the journey of a young man grappling with his troubled past while discovering love and acceptance in unexpected places."

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The Fallout

5. The Fallout

Drama Coming-of-Age Drama
7.0
20211h 36min

Overview

In the wake of a school tragedy, Vada, Mia and Quinton form a unique and dynamic bond as they navigate the never linear, often confusing journey to heal in a world that feels forever changed.

Themes

Therapy as processing mechanism, Peer bonds amidst tragedy, Family reconciliation after loss, Romantic relationships under stress, Trauma and coping under pressure, Generation z trauma experiences

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Moxie

6. Moxie

Comedy Drama Music Coming-of-Age Drama Ensemble Comedy
6.7
20211h 50min

Overview

Inspired by her mom's rebellious past and a confident new friend, a shy 16-year-old publishes an anonymous zine calling out sexism at her school.

Themes

School-based call-out culture, Gender-based double standards, Feminist awakening in youth, Survivor empowerment, Social movement in school, Female solidarity and leadership, Mother-daughter mentorship

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To All the Boys: Always and Forever

7. To All the Boys: Always and Forever

Romance Comedy Drama Romantic Comedy Coming-of-Age Drama
6.3
20211h 55min

Overview

Senior year of high school takes center stage as Lara Jean returns from a family trip to Korea and considers her college plans — with and without Peter.

Themes

Long distance romance, College choice pressure, Family wedding expectations, Cultural identity negotiation, Parental absence and presence, Sibling support dynamics

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Life in a Year

8. Life in a Year

Drama Romance Coming-of-Age Drama Bittersweet Romance
6.2
20201h 47min

Overview

A 17 year old finds out that his girlfriend is dying, so he sets out to give her an entire life, in the last year she has left.

Themes

Family pressure, Creative ambition under constraint, Illness shaping choices, Time-bounded love, Adolescent romance under loss, Care as obligation

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Another Round

9. Another Round

Comedy Drama Dark Comedy Coming-of-Age Drama
7.7
20201h 57min

Overview

Four stagnant high school teachers decide to test out a theory that maintaining a constant level of intoxication will improve their overall lives.

Themes

Work-life balance strain, Social pressure to perform, Group conformity dynamics, Alcohol as coping mechanism, Boundary testing consequences, Teacher-student dynamics

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Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
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Unpregnant

10. Unpregnant

Drama Comedy Coming-of-Age Drama Parody
6.5
20201h 44min

Overview

A 17-year old Missouri teen discovers she has gotten pregnant, a development that threatens to end her dreams of matriculating at an Ivy League college, and the career that could follow.

Themes

Teen pregnancy consequences, Autonomy vs dependence, Family expectations and support, Friendship loyalty conflict, Abortion access and choices, Identity and sexuality exploration

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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