Teen Flicks- The slapstick and afflicting dramas of adolescence

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If you are into Hollywood movies, you've probably had your doze of teen dramas. There are some must watch movies and some one-time-watch movies out there. For this Sunday Streams post, let me suggest you some great movies that will definitely leave an impact on you.

Following are my top 5 recommendations that you should reserve your next few movie nights for. I am sure these won't disappoint you. 


Ending scene from The Half of It.

            

                         

1. The Edge Of Seventeen


        

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This movie beautifully depicts a coming of age story of a girl who suffers from inferiority complex and self-doubt. Starring Hailee Steinfeld as Nadine and supported by Haley Lu Richardson as Krista her best friend, Blake Jenner as her brother Darian and Woody Harrelson, a weirdly helpful teacher, this movie is as realistic showcase of a life of a teenager who has had it hard to make friends since she was a kindergarten student and how she reacts to her best friend dating her brother whom she has hated and envied all her life. Darian, since his childhood has remain a popular boy, adored by their mother who has particularly portrayed Nadine as a child, difficult to deal with.
Krista choosing Darian over Nadine evokes Nadine to react as a teenager would and the consequences that follow, help her to finally realize some life lessons and discover a new self.





2. The Half Of It



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This one should be at the top of your list to watch next if you haven't already. It was a recommended one, and I realized what one can miss on without following some recommendations. My experience of this movie was so special; under the twilight sky with beautiful clouds and happy thoughts that followed after the end. This is one of the best movies and there's not much emphasis I can put into making you watch it.
Not an infamous cast but a great story, crafted and recited exquisitely. It'll have you engrossed throughout with a unique narrative and with appreciation towards smaller things in life.
A Chinese girl, teased and unappreciated by the students who is the smartest of all and known to help in homework completions when paid for, considers to help a boy write a love letter when she needs the money. The events that follow teach us the meaning of true love and to let the spark of hope ignited within.


 



3. Lady Bird



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Starring the extremely talented, two time Academy Award winning actress, Saoirse Ronan, Lady Bird is a must watch coming-of-age drama that will help you better understand the emotional cyclone an adolescent goes through. Written and directed by Greta Gerwig and supported by actors, Timothee Chalamet and Lauri Metcalf, the movie showcases the rebellion of the protagonist towards her persisting lifestyle. Longs to leave the place she belongs from, Sacramento, prefers to be called by her self-given name, yearns for sophistication and experiences of a popular teenager. 
Her bond with her mother is the highlight of the movie. Also her self-realization marks the moral the story is conveying to the viewers



P.S. the movie is unfortunately unavailable in India on streaming platforms. Try other means to check this movie out.




4. The Perks Of Being A Wallflower



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This movie is representation of the same name novel written by Stephen Chbosky. "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" is about a fifteen year old boy, Charlie, who as the movie title suggests is secluded from the crowds and an audience to the world around him and not a participant. The movie includes a great cast with excellent input of their craft; Logan Lerman is Charlie,  Emma Watson is Sam, Ezra Miller is Patrick, Mae Whitman is Mary, Nina Dobrev is Candace and Paul Rudd is the teacher, Mr. Anderson. 
Charlie shows us a world through his perception, the problems that he faces and his experience with eventually getting along with two seniors including Sam who he later dates, how he copes with depression of the suicide of his best friend and death of an aunt which traumatized him for a pert of his life and all the time dealing with adolescence.
It is crafted and put beautifully and would definitely move you with it's story.





5. Booksmart



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This movie, debut directed by the infamous actress Olivia Wilde captures the story of two best girl pals played by Kaitlyn Dever (Amy) and Beanie Feldstein (Molly), who excel in academics but on the last day of school are keenly determined on having other experiences of school life. They decide to hit the different parties organized on the same day showing division into groups in a school and the experience and revelations they get from each other is the core of the story.
The slapstick humor in the movie will have you invested throughout with a meaningful lesson to learn as well.



P.S. the movie is unfortunately unavailable in India on streaming platforms. Try other means to check this movie out.



A perfect Sunday night can often be a good movie and good food to munch on. So here, check my friend's blog for some appetizing food suggestions. 

Honorable Mentions:

Below are some movies that are a must watch in the genre, including the popular Mean Girls and Clueless. While some just didn't made to my top 5 list but have some heart-warming stories to tell.
The Duff and Easy A are my personal favorite, so go ahead and save few free time slots for them !

                                

                              

  
                                  


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Do leave comments on your favorite teen dramas and how you like my recommendations below. 






 






Comments

  1. MovieAddictionSeptember 22, 2020 at 11:08 PM

    Oh wow those movies are just amazing, and this list is astonishing!!Keep up the good work!!✨

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  2. theradbongSeptember 23, 2020 at 1:59 AM

    All of them are amazing! Wonderful compilation of this genre... can't wait to get on a movie marathon with all these!

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  3. AtulSeptember 23, 2020 at 9:13 AM

    👏👏👏 Definitely going to watch all movies.

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