Movies and TvShows featuring "becoming-an-adult" theme.

Barakamon follows the story of Seishuu Handa, a calligrapher who moves to the Goto Islands in search of artistic inspiration. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when he befriends the local children and learns important life lessons through his interactions with them. With a drastic change of scenery and a new circle of friends, Barakamon explores themes of growth, friendship, and the beauty of simplicity.

During the Victorian period in London, the Darling children are taken on a magical adventure to Neverland by Peter Pan after their father declares that Wendy is too old for the nursery. In Neverland, they encounter pirates, mermaids, and indigenous tribes, while Peter battles Captain Hook to protect his newfound friends. Eventually, the children decide to return home, but Peter remains in Neverland.

Seventeen year old Tanya's plans for a carefree summer are derailed when her stressed-to-the-limit mom takes off for a wellness retreat and puts Tanya and her three siblings in the charge of a crotchety (and racist) old babysitter. The babysitter’s sudden death leaves the kids short on cash and reluctant to pull mom prematurely out of her much-needed R&R, so Tanya is forced to get a job. Posing as an adult, she gets a gig as the executive assistant at a fashion company and overnight is thrust into the world of adulthood and parenting.

Snow White, a princess, is exiled by her evil stepmother and forced to become a scullery maid. She is saved by seven dwarfs who take her in. The Evil Queen, jealous of Snow White's beauty, plots to kill her with a poisoned apple. Snow White falls into a coma, but is awakened by true love's kiss from a prince. They live happily ever after.

Two aimless middle-aged losers still living at home are forced to become roommates when their parents marry. They initially dislike each other but eventually bond, start a company, and reconcile their family.

Wild Things 2 is an erotic thriller that follows a young woman as she gets caught up in a web of deceit, seduction, and murder. When her wealthy stepfather is found dead, she becomes a prime suspect. As the investigation unfolds, secrets are revealed, alliances are tested, and the truth becomes more elusive than ever.

Mohabbatein is a melodrama about a group of students at a prestigious university, where the strict principal opposes any form of love or relationships. The plot revolves around three young couples who challenge the traditions and rules, as they navigate through the complexities of love and society.

High School Musical is a story about Troy Bolton, the captain of the basketball team, and Gabriella Montez, a shy new student who loves to sing. They audition for the school musical and face challenges from their friends and peers as they try to follow their dreams.

After losing her parents, a teenage girl in Los Angeles turns to karate and seeks the guidance of a wise Buddhist monk to overcome her grief and stand up to her bullies.

To Kill a Mockingbird is a movie set in 1930s Alabama, where a small town lawyer named Atticus Finch defends a black man named Tom Robinson who is falsely accused of raping a white woman. The story revolves around the themes of racial prejudice, injustice, and the moral growth of the protagonist's children, Scout and Jem. The movie explores the impact of racism on society and the importance of standing up for what is right.

Juno, an offbeat young woman, unexpectedly becomes pregnant and considers having an abortion before deciding to give the baby up for adoption. She navigates the challenges of teenage pregnancy while forming unexpected connections with the couple who wants to adopt her baby.

Kevin and Perry are two teenage boys who dream of becoming famous DJs. They embark on a wild adventure to Ibiza, encountering embarrassing situations, virginity woes, and hilarious teenage angst along the way. With their best friends, they navigate the world of techno music, house parties, and rave culture in their quest to prove themselves as the next big thing in the DJ scene.

Bernardo Bertolucci's Oscar-winning dramatisation of the life story of China's last emperor, Pu Yi. The film follows Pu Yi's journey from being the emperor of China at a young age to his eventual downfall and capture as a war criminal. It explores his relationships, his struggles with identity and power, and the changing political landscape of China. This epic and visually stunning film offers a poignant portrayal of one man's life and the historical events that shaped it.

In the San Fernando Valley, a group of characters navigate their own personal struggles, including a depressed addict, a dying TV mogul, a sex guru, a former child prodigy, a police officer, and others. As their stories unfold, themes of love, forgiveness, and meaning emerge in a series of interconnected events.

Carrie, a shy and awkward high school girl with telekinetic powers, faces relentless bullying from her classmates. When she is pushed to the breaking point, Carrie unleashes her powers in a horrifying act of revenge.

In the crime-ridden favelas of Rio de Janeiro, two friends, Acerola and Laranjinha, struggle to find their missing fathers and navigate the challenges of growing up in a violent and poverty-stricken neighborhood. As they face the dangers of street gangs, drug dealers, and corruption, they discover the true meaning of friendship and family.

Ronia, the daughter of a robber chief, grows up in a magical forest. She befriends a boy from a rival gang and together they face challenges and adventures in the forest.

Hippocrates follows the story of a junior doctor in a Paris hospital who navigates the complexities of his profession as he deals with a wide range of medical cases, personal struggles, and cultural differences. The movie explores the themes of solidarity, guilt, and the journey into adulthood, all against the backdrop of the hectic and emotional world of healthcare.

Woyzeck, a German soldier, is subjected to humiliation and brutality. He starts hearing voices and becomes insane. His life spirals out of control as he deals with his adulterous wife, his underdog status, and his growing despair.