Coming of Age
Yes, God, Yes Review: A Charming and Authentic Tale of Sexual Discovery
After an innocent AOL chat turns racy, a Catholic teenager in the early 00s discovers masturbating and struggles to suppress her new urges in the face of eternal damnation.
Yes, God, Yes Exclusive Interview with Natalia Dyer
After an innocent AOL chat turns racy, a Catholic teenager in the early 00s discovers masturbating and struggles to suppress her new urges in the face of eternal damnation.
Review: ‘Big Time Adolescence’ Delivers Big Time Indie Comedy Vibes
Aaron Neuwirth reviews Big Time Adolescence, the comedy that gives Pete Davidson his first major leading role.
The New ‘Little Women’ Tells Its Own Old Story
Aaron Neuwirth reviews Little Women, the 2019 adaptation of the classic coming-of-age novel, from writer/director Greta Gerwig.
Review: The Humorous Diary Of ‘Jojo Rabbit’
Aaron Neuwirth reviews Jojo Rabbit, the World World II coming-of-age comedy about a boy who has Hitler as an imaginary friend but has his world turned upside down after meeting a Jewish girl.
SXSW 2019 Review: Olivia Wilde’s Booksmart is a Smart and Hysterical Love-Letter to Outcasts of All Ages.
Scott Menzel reviews "Booksmart," Olivia Wilde's feature directorial debut starring Beanie Feldstein and Kaitlyn Dever. The film premiere at SXSW 2019.
SXSW 2019 Review: Good Boys is one of the worst films of 2019.
Scott Menzel reviews Good Boys starring Jacob Tremblay.
Review: Props To Jonah Hill’s Portrayal of Slice-Of-Life Chillin’ In ‘Mid90s’
We’re now at a point where films from an emerging artist play like an homage to The Sandlot. That 90s cult favorite for the older Millennial crowd was, of course, indebted to films such as Stand By Me...
Review: ‘All Square’ Features One Bad News Bookie
I’m not a big sports guy, but baseball tends to be my jam. A good crime-comedy can always bring me a smile. Coming of age stories tend to work, even when the formula feels like it’s in full effect. Al...