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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

A Buddhist monk lives in seclusion on a floating temple, experiencing the seasons and stages of life. He grapples with guilt, remorse, and the cycle of life and death.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Will, a bachelor, attends single parent meetings to meet women. He unexpectedly befriends Marcus, a 12-year-old boy with a suicidal mother. As their friendship develops, Will realizes the importance of responsibility and helps Marcus with his studies.

A scientist accidentally enlarges his toddler son using a growth ray. As the boy continues to grow at an alarming rate, the family must find a way to reverse the effects before it's too late.

Take Me Home Tonight is a comedy about a recent college graduate who spends Labor Day weekend at home in Los Angeles. He mistakenly convinces his high school crush that he is an investment banker, and the two embark on a wild weekend of partying, deception, and self-discovery. As the truth unravels, he learns valuable lessons about love, friendship, and becoming an adult.

The story revolves around Scottish writer J.M. Barrie and his bond with the widowed Sylvia Llewelyn Davies and her sons, who serve as the inspiration for his famous play Peter Pan. Barrie becomes a fatherly figure to the boys, incorporating their imaginative antics into the play. Despite objections from his wife and Sylvia's mother, Barrie's friendship with the family grows. He eventually stages Peter Pan, which becomes a massive success. After Sylvia's death, Barrie is entrusted with the care of her sons, fulfilling her wishes.

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.

Muriel, a socially awkward young woman, dreams of getting married and leaving behind her boring life in a small Australian town. With her best friend Rhonda by her side, Muriel embarks on a series of misadventures, including a fake marriage and spying on a couple having sex. Ultimately, she learns the importance of self-empowerment and true friendship.

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.

A young man from a private school in New York befriends a recluse novelist, who's harboring a dark secret.

Riding in Cars with Boys is a movie based on the true story of Beverly Donofrio, a woman who struggles with drug addiction, teenage pregnancy, and her dream of becoming a writer. Set in the 1960s and 1980s, the film explores Beverly's life as she navigates marriage problems, single motherhood, and her relationship with her son. With themes of coming-of-age, friendship, and resilience, Riding in Cars with Boys presents a raw and honest portrayal of one woman's determination to create a better life for herself and her child.