Coming of Age
First loves, last summers and the messy in-between. Ten films about becoming who you are.
First loves, last summers and the messy in-between. Ten films about becoming who you are.
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Boy
Emilie is born as a girl but inside she has always been a boy
Find out more about the film ›Dir. Lucas Helth Postma - 2
Him & Her
Highschool sweethearts hit a crossroads, when Alex starts embracing himself
Find out more about the film ›Dir. Abigail Scollay - 3
Smudged Smile
A joyful teen with a happy image struggles with depression
Find out more about the film ›Dir. Ella Greenwood - 4
Egg and Chips
A young daughter steals a chicken to help provide for their family
Find out more about the film ›Dir. Helen Iley - 5
Requiem
Bella Ramsey (The Last of Us, GoT) fighting for forbidden love
Find out more about the film ›Dir. Em J. Gilbertson - 6
Tiny, Texas
A high school basketball prodigy hits a wall of expectations
Find out more about the film ›Dir. David Lykes Keenan - 7
Forgive Me
The ambition of a promising fighter becomes the cause of his heartbreak
Find out more about the film ›Dir. Alpha Nicky - 8
Cuticles and Follicles
Come spend some time with the girls at the beauty salon
Find out more about the film ›Dir. Marcus Hessenberg - 9
#tagged
The sweet intimacy and destructive power of social media
Find out more about the film ›Dir. Martijn Winkler - 10
Exhale
A woman’s journey of self-improvement hits a bumpy road
Find out more about the film ›Dir. Rouzbeh Noori
10 films · 2h 16m
- 1BoyEmilie is born as a girl but inside she has always been a boydrama · emotional · heartwarmingFind out more about the film ›
- 2Him & HerHighschool sweethearts hit a crossroads, when Alex starts embracing himselfdrama · atmospheric · emotionalFind out more about the film ›
- 3Smudged SmileA joyful teen with a happy image struggles with depressiondrama · emotional · intimateFind out more about the film ›
- 4Egg and ChipsA young daughter steals a chicken to help provide for their familydrama · emotional · intimateFind out more about the film ›
- 5RequiemBella Ramsey (The Last of Us, GoT) fighting for forbidden lovedrama · cinematic · emotionalFind out more about the film ›
- 6Tiny, TexasA high school basketball prodigy hits a wall of expectationsdrama · cinematic · emotionalFind out more about the film ›
- 7Forgive MeThe ambition of a promising fighter becomes the cause of his heartbreakdrama · emotional · intimateFind out more about the film ›
- 8Cuticles and FolliclesCome spend some time with the girls at the beauty saloncomedy · feel-good · intimateFind out more about the film ›
- 9#taggedThe sweet intimacy and destructive power of social mediadrama · suspenseful · thought-provokingFind out more about the film ›
- 10ExhaleA woman’s journey of self-improvement hits a bumpy roaddrama · atmospheric · intimateFind out more about the film ›
The longest short years of your life
No genre captures the short film better than coming of age: a whole world changes in fifteen minutes, exactly like it does when you are sixteen. These films get the awkwardness, the intensity and the tenderness right.
Frequently asked
What is this collection about?
Ten films about growing up: first loves, friendships that outgrow you, families you learn to see differently, and the moments where childhood quietly ends.
How long will it take to watch?
About two and a quarter hours for all ten films. The order is our suggestion, but every film stands alone. Jump in anywhere.
Is it suitable for teenagers?
Most of these films are about young people and many are suitable for them too, but a few deal with mature themes. Check the individual film pages.
Is it free to watch?
Yes. Every film on Klipist is free to watch, in full, on any device. No account needed, though signing up lets you keep a watchlist.
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