Short films
The Wandering Island ( 2024)
The Wandering Island is a touching Coming-of-Age story, has beautiful cinematography and its skillful camerawork focuses on an idyllic childhood.
Alone (2021)
The breach between the generations and the effect a divorce has on kids, alongside alienation or familial strain, are the central themes of this Coming-of-Age themed film.
Jacob and the Quisling (2021)
Jacob and the Quisling is a 2021 Norwegian short film with strong Coming-of-Age overtones.
Vicarious: A Parable (2024)
While Vicarious is a short film with good intentions, aiming to deliver an inspirational message about selflessness and sacrifice, the overall message is admirable, but the execution leaves much to be desired.
A Minor Animal ( 2010)
The short film, A Minor Animal, captivates audiences with its unpredictable plot twists and thought-provoking ending.
Dope Mister Dee (2020)
The short film Dope Mister Dee deals with topics such as loss, sadness, and self-reliance with a strong Coming-of-Age overtone.
The Wolf and the Cat (2023)
The Wolf and the Cat is a great, if potentially controversial, piece of Coming-of-Age cinema.
Rewind (2019)
Rewind features an engaging and original storyline with a heartwarming and nostalgic feel.
Silent Anger(2015)
Silent Anger is a moving and thought-provoking exploration of a young boy's experience with abandonment.
Janek/Bastard (2017)
The short film, Janek/Bastard, provides a poignant window into the harrowing experiences of children living in a time of extreme turmoil and oppression.
Our Own Land (2021)
Thought-provoking and emotionally powerful, Our Own Land is a gem of Coming-of-Age cinema and receives my highest recommendation.
Hunt (2018)
Hunt (original title: Jakt), by Gjertrud Bergaust, is a daring short film with a compelling and controversial narrative and is a perfect example of a heartbreaking Coming-of-Age drama.