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Adeus, Pai (1996)

Adeus, Pai (1996)

Adeus, Pai is a heartwarming story with a superb Coming-of-Age narrative. It is the film I would refer anyone to who asks for a pure example of the Coming-of-Age genre in cinema.

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Movies

Movie reviews that focus on the psychosocial development of a youth and often involves great conflict and transformation

Music

Introductions, Previews and Reviews of Treble Music with focus on choirs, boy sopranos, young singers and performers.

Short Movies

Reviews of coming of age shorts. (films that have a duration between 1 and 15 minutes )

Books

Coming of age books and audio books review

Billy Elliot the Musical

Profiles of the young actors who play the title role in Billy Elliot the Musical as well as other BETM related articles.

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Nene (1977)

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Nene 1977 poster

"Beautiful things are difficult to understand"

Very few movies feature narratives which focus on youth sexuality without being exploitive, manipulative or filled with fictitious happenings. Savatore Samperi's film Nenè is one that avoids those pitfalls. While its plot doesn't feature suspenseful scenes or surprising story twists, it genuinely portrays the voyage  of a seven-year-old boy and his 14-year-old cousin, from childhood to adulthood. Read the full story »

Gravel Road

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alcoholic

A short film by Keith Fleetwood, Gravel Road deals with alcoholism and the physical and psychological abuse that often accompanies it.

Keby som mal pusku (1972)

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Keby som mal pusku (1972)

Keby Som Mal Pusku provides an intriguing look at war and at everyday life during World War II in Slovenia  – from a child’s perspective.

Zmory (1979)

Zmory (1979)

Zmory (Nightmares) is one of the classic Coming-of-Age titles from Poland that has earned popularity internationally. Recommended to fans of European cinema and the Coming-of-Age genre.

Baklava (2007)

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Baklava (2007)

Finally, after years of not being available because it was banned in its native country of Bulgaria, a review of this controversial film by Alexo Petrov.

Porcelain Unicorn (2010)

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Porcelain Unicorn (2010)

Director Keegan Wilcox has filled this short film with meaning, beauty, compassion and hope in the goodness of humanity. I urge you to invest three minutes of your time. It’s worth it!

The Other (1972)

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The Other (1972)

The Other is a compelling, shocking and entertaining film that won’t leave anyone indifferent. Highly recommended!

Introducing Cameron Alexander Molloy

Introducing Cameron Alexander Molloy

Cameron Molloy is a 12-year-old boy whose impeccable pronunciation of lyrics and his clear fearless voice make him a rising talent.

Jesus Henry Christ (2012)

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Jesus Henry Christ (2012)

Jesus Henry Christ has a narrative that is filled with ingenious humor and plot twists that are sure to keep you glued to the screen throughout.

Martin’s Day (1985)

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Martin’s Day (1985)

Martin’s Day relates the story of an unlikely relationship between an escaped convict and a young boy he kidnaps while on the run while offering exciting adventures, dramatic tension and surprise plot twists.

Florida Teen Wins the Prodigy Camp for Talented Teens Scholarship

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Florida Teen Wins the Prodigy Camp for Talented Teens Scholarship

The scholarship winners for the 2013 Prodigy Camp for Talented Teens has been announced.