Topic: Teens

Direction Fernando Meirelles · Kátia Lund

Cast Alexandre Rodrigues · Leandro Firmino · Phellipe Haagensen · Douglas Silva

Synopsis City of God (2002) is a gripping narrative set in a Rio de Janeiro housing project, initially constructed in the 1960s, which by the early 1980s had evolved into one of the city's most perilous locales. The film weaves together...

Direction Satyajit Ray

Cast Kanu Bannerjee · Karuna Bannerjee · Pinaki Sengupta · Smaran Ghosal

Synopsis Aparajito (The Unvanquished) (1956) continues the narrative of Satyajit Ray's acclaimed trilogy, following the journey of Apu and his family as they relocate to the bustling city. The film delves into the vibrant urban landscape, presenting a rich tapestry of...

Direction Émilie Tronche

Cast Émilie Tronche

Synopsis Samuel (2024) delves into the poignant journey of youth, centering around Samuel and his companions. The series masterfully combines moments of deep reflection, lighthearted humor, and a nostalgic soundtrack to create a rich tapestry of teenage experiences.

Direction Sang-Hoon Baek · Sung-Yoon Kim

Cast Kim So-hyun · Nam Joo-Hyuk · Yook Sung-Jae · David Lee

Direction François Truffaut

Cast Jean-Pierre Léaud · Claire Maurier · Albert Rémy · Guy Decomble

Synopsis The 400 Blows (1959) follows the tumultuous journey of 14-year-old Antoine Doinel, who faces significant challenges both at home and in his academic life. Neglected by his parents, Antoine's relationship with his mother deteriorates further when he uncovers her secret...

Direction Lucy Forbes · Molly Manners

Cast Gabrielle Creevy · Jo Hartley · Di Botcher · Poppy Lee Friar

Synopsis In My Skin (TV Series) (2018) is a darkly comedic coming-of-age narrative that chronicles the life of 16-year-old Bethan. The series, spanning two seasons and ten episodes from 2018 to 2021, delves into Bethan's struggles with the typical anxieties and...

Direction Patricia Mazuy

Cast Leslie Azzoulai · Hélène Eichers · Julien Gerin · Thomas Klotz

Direction Krzysztof Kieślowski

Cast Grazyna Szapolowska · Olaf Lubaszenko · Stefania Iwinska · Artur Barcis

Synopsis Dekalog 6: Thou Shalt Not Commit Adultery (TV) (1990) presents a condensed and simplified narrative compared to its predecessor, "A Short Film About Love." The core storyline revolves around a 19-year-old loner and his fixation on a woman in her...

Direction Paul Feig · Jake Kasdan · Judd Apatow · Bryan Gordon

Cast Linda Cardellini · James Franco · Seth Rogen · Jason Segel

Synopsis Freaks and Geeks (TV Series) (1999) is a coming-of-age drama that aired from 1999 to 2000, spanning one season with 18 episodes. Set in the 1980s at McKinley High, the series explores the lives of two distinct groups of teenagers:...

Direction Julie Andem

Cast Lisa Teige · Josefine Frida Pettersen · Tarjei Sandvik Moe · Ulrikke Falch

Synopsis Skam (Shame) (TV Series) (2015) is a Norwegian drama series that aired from 2015 to 2017, spanning 4 seasons and 43 episodes. The show delves into the lives of students at Hartvig Nissens school, located in a prosperous middle-class suburb...

Direction Rae Earl · Alex Winckler · Benjamin Caron · Tim Kirkby

Cast Sharon Rooney · Ciara Baxendale · Claire Rushbrook · Ian Hart

Synopsis My Mad Fat Diary (TV Series) (2013) is a compelling British television series that aired from 2013 to 2015, spanning three seasons and sixteen episodes. The narrative unfolds in Lincolnshire during the summer of 1996, centering around Rae, a 16-year-old...

Direction Peter Bogdanovich

Cast Timothy Bottoms · Jeff Bridges · Cybill Shepherd · Ben Johnson

Synopsis The Last Picture Show (1971) unfolds as a poignant coming-of-age narrative set in the 1950s, centering around the lives of best friends Sonny Crawford (Timothy Bottoms) and Duane Jackson (Jeff Bridges). The story delves into their evolving relationships and personal...

Direction Víctor Erice

Cast Omero Antonutti · Sonsoles Aranguren · Icíar Bollaín · Lola Cardona

Synopsis The South (1983) follows the journey of Estrella, a young girl who is transplanted from her cherished homeland in Southern Spain to the unfamiliar North. Estrella's heart remains deeply connected to her birthplace, a bond that is vividly expressed through...

Direction Philip Barantini

Cast Stephen Graham · Owen Cooper · Christine Tremarco · Ashley Walters

Synopsis Adolescence (2025) is a gripping TV miniseries spanning 4 episodes. The narrative revolves around the Miller family, whose lives are dramatically disrupted when their 13-year-old son, Jamie, is taken into custody for the alleged murder of a classmate. The accusations...

Direction Claire Denis

Cast Alice Houri · Jessica Tharaud · Grégoire Colin · Martine Gautier

Synopsis US Go Home (TV) (1994) is a unique and personal contribution by Claire Denis to the French television project "Tous les garçons et les filles de leur age." This project invited nine different directors to delve into their memories of...

Direction Makoto Shinkai

Synopsis Your Name (2016) follows the intertwined lives of Mitsuha and Taki, two high school students who suddenly find themselves swapping bodies and living each other's lives. Mitsuha, residing in a small mountain town, is the daughter of the mayor and...

Direction Edward Yang

Cast Chang Chen · Lisa Yang · Elaine Jin · Wang Chuan

Synopsis A Brighter Summer Day (1991) delves into the formative years of a young man in Taiwan during the tumultuous early 1960s. The narrative, inspired by the director's own youthful experiences, centers around a principled student who steadfastly upholds his moral...

Direction Shane Meadows

Cast Thomas Turgoose · Lyra Mae Thomas · Chanel Cresswell · Joe Dempsie

Synopsis This Is England '90 (TV Miniseries) (2015) follows the lives of a group of friends as they navigate the vibrant and evolving music and fashion scene of the early 1990s. The story begins with Combo's release from prison, which prompts...

Direction Chantal Akerman

Cast Circé Lethem · Julien Rassam · Joëlle Marlier · Cynthia Rodberg

Synopsis Portrait of a Young Girl at the End of the 1960s in Brussels (TV) (1994) follows the story of Michèle, a 15-year-old who chooses to abandon her education. She crafts numerous fake absence notes and spends her days at the...

Direction Robert Bresson

Cast Nadine Nortier · Jean-Claude Guilbert · Jean Vimenet · Marie Cardinal

Synopsis Mouchette (1967) follows the story of a young adolescent girl navigating the harsh realities of rural life. Her mother is on the brink of death, and her father is neglectful, leaving her to face her struggles alone. Unable to articulate...