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Rebel Without a Cause
The drama, follows teenager Jim Stark, who has to prove himself to his peers. Having been in trouble, he had to move to a new town, where he hopes to seek love that his family doesn't give him. The film, which was directed by Nicolas Ray, has a demographic of teenagers, and young adults, as the sub-plot, bindes themes of youth, e.g. sexual orientation, and desire to fit in, which the young people of any generation are able to relate to. -
The 400 Blows
The 400 Blows follows the life of Antione Doinel, a 14 year old boy, who has a very difficult family life. His parents somewhat neglect him, and his teacher sees him as a trouble maker. As the boy turns to crime, his parents let him reap the consequences, turning him into the police, where he is later sent to the juvenile delinquent school. The film is influenced by the director Francois Truffaut's life. The film is enjoyed by young adults as it questions morals and explores emotion. -
The Graduate
The Graduate tells the story of Ben, a college graduate, through his romance interests. He has an affair with Mrs Robinson, and begins to falll for her daughter, Elaine. The films elegantly takles the topic of love through comedy. The rather scandulous narrative, means it has a demographic of teens through to adults, which is thanks to director Mike Nicols. -
Grease
The famous musical, Grease, follows summer romances, Sandy and Danny, as they unexpectedly re-meet at high school. Directer Randal Kleiser, creates a feel good atmosphere to the film, which I love and I know is enjoyed by teens and upwards. The films smoothly discusses issues, including love, sex, drugs and a desire to fit in. The opening sequence familiarises you with characters and sets, which is something I would like to do in my opening. -
The Breakfast Club
John Hughes' The Breakfast Club follows a group of high school students in a 9 hour detention. They begin to open up to each other and learn their similarities, dispite that they are completely different stereotypes.The comedy, is aimed at teenagers, and young adults but after watching the film, you get a heart-warming feeling, as the characters develop. -
Ferris Bueller's Day Off
Ferris Bueller's Day Off, directed by John Hughes, follows a teenager who develops a sophisticated plan to go to Chicago for the day, by missing school. His head teacher, however, is determinded to catch Ferris out. The ever-popular film is hilarous, and is enjoyed by teeangers, as Ferris pushes his luck and his plan unfolds. I would like to achieve the same level of depth in the characters in my opening. -
Stand By Me
Set in Oregon, America, 4 boys set off to find the body of a missing boy, in a near by forest. On the way, they learn about themselves, and we get to see the anxiety and the fears of 12 year olds. We see a great sense of comradary and friendship betwwen the boys, leavingthe audience with a great sense of nostalgia. This drama was beautifully directed by Rob Reiner and enjoyed by many young adults. -
Clueless
Clueless follows the life of rich-girl Cher, who tries to improve the popularity of a new student. We see Cher develop and mature from a very superficial student, to one who begins to care about others. The film discusses the idea of love and relationships through comedy beautifully, creating a real feel-good film. The Amy Heckerling directed film has a clear demographic of teenage girls, with potentially cheesy, themes of romance. However, this is what makes the film so funny and enjoyable. -
Good Will Hunting
The drama, Good Will Hunting is about a young man who is struggling to find himself. He is forced to seek help from a therapist, while being pressured to persue a job in mathematics. Seen to be one of the best coming of age films, the Gus Van Sant directed film, is enjoyed by many teenagers and young adults. I loved this film, because the characters are so engaging and their backgrounds are heart-breaking. -
Almost Famous
Almost Famous follows 15 year old William Miller, who had been hired by the Rolling Stones Magazine to tour with the up and coming rock band, Stillwater, and write about them. Miller has to tackle life and all that comes with it. Cameron Crowe directed and wrote the film, and is heavily influenced by his life. The drama has a demographic of young adults. -
Mean Girls
Cady Heron was home schooled for her whole life and when she moves to America, and begins high school, she has no idea about the social rules of school. 'The Plastics', the most popular girls in the school, invite her to be friends, but she doesn't want to leave the friends she first made behind. Mean Girls discusses the cliques of high school and the concept of friendship through comedy, incredibly directed by Mark Waters. -
This is England
Set in 1983, This Is England, is based on directer and writer Shane Meadows life. It follows the summer holiday of 12 year old Shaun, who joins the subculture of the "Skinheads". He thrives in the feeling of belonging, with new experiences with girls, parties and a new dress sense. However, is left to question the reasons behind racism and extreme nationalism of Combo. The drama is very naturalistic, and you never question the realism of the scenarios. -
Juno
Juno, a 16 year old high school student, becomes pregnant after a fling with her best friend Paulie. While in the arbortion clinic, Juno decides to give her child to an adoptive couple. Jason Reitman directed the film which discusses sex, pregnancy, friendship and morals effortlessly through wit and humour. Because of this, Juno is enjoyed by teenagers. I've seen this film many time, and one of the best parts about this film, is how relatable the charaters are. -
Wild Child
Misbehaving teen, Poppy Moore, is sent to an English boarding school. Unwilling to accept the school's strict regime, Poppy soon misbehaves again, taking any blame so she can be expelled. However, when she meets the headteacher's son, she changes her view to impress him. Wild Child was directed by Nick Moore and explores themes including love and fitting in.
