Genre Research: Coming of Age

 Coming of Age Films

CAMS

  • Establishing Shots

  • Two shots, Three shots, etc. depending on how many main characters are present in a scene

  • Over the shoulder shots

  • POV shots

CLAMPS

  • Young actors

  • Casual everyday teen outfits

  • Setting could be at school and/or a party

  • Props include backpacks 

Editing

  • Jump Cuts

  • Eye-Line Match

  • Split Screen

Sound

  • Songs listened to by the youth of the era the film is set in

  • Ambient sound of other conversations

  • Dialogue between main characters

Examples

  • Goods Boys
  • Blockers
  • Love Simon
  • Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Long Haul
  • The Hate You Give

Positive Elements

  • If portrayed correctly, the actors can really show the characters development which is the main purpose for coming of age films

  • Catchy Music typically used for sound track

  • The setting, costumes, and props can create a lot of relatability with younger audiences.

Negative Elements

  • Often comes off as unrealistic when adult film makers try to recreate highschool

  • Most young actors either aren't as good or older actors seem to old for a character in high-school

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