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The transition away from childhood must be one of the most terrifying yet beautiful stages of one’s life. The stage poses different struggles ranging from crushes and friendships to purpose or identity in life.
Today, Maimovie would like to focus on the beauty of that transition by giving you a list of “feel-good” “Coming of Age” movies ranked by the Maimovie AI.
So, sit back and relax as you watch the characters venture out of childhood. Laugh and cry (maybe even cringe) as you watch these young characters learn and grow through different experiences.
How was your “Coming of Age”? Were any of these films like your own experience?
The following list was based on Maimovie on February 17, 2022, under the “feel-good” and “Coming of Age” keytalks. Check out the Maimovie app or website to discover more movies and shows.
10. Lady Bird
2017, 1h 34m
Overview
Lady Bird McPherson, a strong willed, deeply opinionated, artistic 17 year old comes of age in Sacramento. Her relationship with her mother and her upbringing are questioned and tested as she plans to head off to college.
- Director: Greta Gerwig
- Writer: Greta Gerwig
- Stars: Saoirse Ronan, Laurie Metcalf, Tracy Letts, Lucas Hedges, Timothée Chalamet
5,300 Movie Tastes Related to
Lady Bird
Maimovie AI learns various movie tastes from social media, search
keywords, and other diverse crowd data. As a result, our AI has
characterized this movie with the following movie tastes
Trailer
/ Trailer from Lady Bird
Ratings
7.4
99%
93
9. The Way He Looks
2014, 1h 36m
Overview
Leonardo is a blind teenager dealing with an overprotective mother while trying to live a more independent life. To the disappointment of his best friend, Giovana, he plans to go on an exchange program abroad. When Gabriel, a new student in town, arrives at their classroom, new feelings blossom in Leonardo making him question his plans.
- Director: Daniel Ribeiro
- Stars: Ghilherme Lobo, Fábio Audi, Tess Amorim, Lúcia Romano, Eucir de Souza
4,853 Movie Tastes Related to
The Way He Looks
Maimovie AI learns various movie tastes from social media, search
keywords, and other diverse crowd data. As a result, our AI has
characterized this movie with the following movie tastes
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adolescent -
richly textured
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well-designed
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new kid on the block
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tactile imagery
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teenage
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thorny
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capturing heart
Trailer
/ Trailer from The Way He Looks
Ratings
7.9
93%
71
8. Hunt for the Wilderpeople
2016, 1h 41m
Overview
Ricky is a defiant young city kid who finds himself on the run with his cantankerous foster uncle in the wild New Zealand bush. A national manhunt ensues, and the two are forced to put aside their differences and work together to survive.
- Director: Taika Waititi
- Stars: Sam Neill, Julian Dennison, Rima Te Wiata, Rachel House, Rhys Darby
5,234 Movie Tastes Related to
Hunt for the Wilderpeople
Maimovie AI learns various movie tastes from social media, search
keywords, and other diverse crowd data. As a result, our AI has
characterized this movie with the following movie tastes
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defiant
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absolute gem
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director with unique brand
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genuinely funny
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genuinely witty
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surly
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quirky
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endlessly entertaining
Trailer
/ Trailer from Hunt for the Wilderpeople
Ratings
7.9
97%
81
7. Cinema Paradiso
1988, 2h 4m
Overview
A filmmaker recalls his childhood, when he fell in love with the movies at his village’s theater and formed a deep friendship with the theater’s projectionist.
- Director: Giuseppe Tornatore
- Stars: Philippe Noiret, Jacques Perrin, Marco Leonardi, Salvatore Cascio, Agnese Nano
5,277 Movie Tastes Related to
Cinema Paradiso
Maimovie AI learns various movie tastes from social media, search
keywords, and other diverse crowd data. As a result, our AI has
characterized this movie with the following movie tastes
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with magic moments
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sentimental
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boyhood
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severe editing
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recommended for fathers
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nostalgic
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pure magic
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growing up
Trailer
/ Trailer from Cinema Paradiso
Ratings
8.5
90%
80
6. Moonrise Kingdom
2012, 1h 34m
Overview
Set on an island off the coast of New England in the summer of 1965, Moonrise Kingdom tells the story of two twelve-year-olds who fall in love, make a secret pact, and run away together into the wilderness. As various authorities try to hunt them down, a violent storm is brewing off-shore – and the peaceful island community is turned upside down in more ways than anyone can handle.
- Director: Wes Anderson
- Writer: Wes Anderson
- Stars: Bruce Willis, Jared Gilman, Kara Hayward, Edward Norton, Bill Murray
5,311 Movie Tastes Related to
Moonrise Kingdom
Maimovie AI learns various movie tastes from social media, search
keywords, and other diverse crowd data. As a result, our AI has
characterized this movie with the following movie tastes
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whimsical character
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distinctive style
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quirky
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inimitable style
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symmetrical directing
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signature style directing
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unique style
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good story
Trailer
/ Trailer from Moonrise Kingdom
Ratings
7.8
93%
84
5. Almost Famous
2000, 2h 2m
Overview
In 1973, 15-year-old William Miller’s unabashed love of music and aspiration to become a rock journalist lands him an assignment from Rolling Stone magazine to interview and tour with the up-and-coming band, Stillwater.
- Director: Cameron Crowe
- Stars: Patrick Fugit, Billy Crudup, Kate Hudson, Frances McDormand, Jason Lee
5,307 Movie Tastes Related to
Almost Famous
Maimovie AI learns various movie tastes from social media, search
keywords, and other diverse crowd data. As a result, our AI has
characterized this movie with the following movie tastes
Trailer
/ Trailer from Almost Famous
Ratings
7.9
89%
90
4. Little Women
2019, 2h 15m
Overview
Four sisters come of age in America in the aftermath of the Civil War.
- Director: Greta Gerwig
- Stars: Saoirse Ronan, Florence Pugh, Emma Watson, Eliza Scanlen, Laura Dern
5,307 Movie Tastes Related to
Little Women
Maimovie AI learns various movie tastes from social media, search
keywords, and other diverse crowd data. As a result, our AI has
characterized this movie with the following movie tastes
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good story
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masterful story
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chronological
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great story
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faithful adaptation
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fairly faithful to book
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little confusing
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linear narrative
Trailer
/ Trailer from Little Women
Ratings
7.8
95%
91
3. Juno
2007, 1h 36m
Overview
Faced with an unplanned pregnancy, an offbeat young woman makes an unusual decision regarding her unborn child.
- Director: Jason Reitman
- Stars: Elliot Page, Michael Cera, Jennifer Garner, Jason Bateman, Allison Janney
5,314 Movie Tastes Related to
Juno
Maimovie AI learns various movie tastes from social media, search
keywords, and other diverse crowd data. As a result, our AI has
characterized this movie with the following movie tastes
Trailer
/ Trailer from Juno
Ratings
7.4
94%
81
2. Billy Elliot
2000, 1h 50m
Overview
Set against the background of the 1984 Miners’ Strike, 11-year-old Billy Elliot stumbles out of the boxing ring and onto the ballet floor. He faces many trials and triumphs as he strives to conquer his family’s set ways, inner conflict, and standing on his toes.
- Director: Stephen Daldry
- Stars: Jamie Bell, Gary Lewis, Julie Walters, Jean Heywood, Jamie Draven
5,285 Movie Tastes Related to
Billy Elliot
Maimovie AI learns various movie tastes from social media, search
keywords, and other diverse crowd data. As a result, our AI has
characterized this movie with the following movie tastes
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great music
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sheerly joyful
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groovy soundtrack
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raw talent
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Cirque Du Soleil like
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resonant vocal
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manly
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breakout performance
Trailer
/ Trailer from Billy Elliot
Ratings
7.7
85%
74
1. CODA
2021, 1h 52m
Overview
As a CODA (Child of Deaf Adults), Ruby is the only hearing person in her deaf family. When the family’s fishing business is threatened, Ruby finds herself torn between pursuing her love of music and her fear of abandoning her parents.
- Director: Siân Heder
- Stars: Emilia Jones, Marlee Matlin, Troy Kotsur, Eugenio Derbez, Ferdia Walsh-Peelo
5,080 Movie Tastes Related to
CODA
Maimovie AI learns various movie tastes from social media, search
keywords, and other diverse crowd data. As a result, our AI has
characterized this movie with the following movie tastes
Trailer
/ Trailer from CODA
Ratings
8.1
96%
75
