Watchlist: Coming of Age
Coming-of-age films capture the delicate, electric moment between innocence and self-discovery. They remind us of the beauty in growing pains, the thrill of firsts, and the courage it takes to find ourselves. Since so many people can relate to these stories, there are countless ways to tell them, with each being unique, but yet familiar. Below, we’ve curated a selection of films that explore this theme, offering stories of adventure, transformation, and self-acceptance, ones you won’t want to miss during the festival
Having just returned to São Paulo after a stint in juvenile prison, Wellington discovers his parents have disappeared. While unsure of his next step, he encounters Ronaldo, an older hustler. The two embark on a fluid, passionate and caring relationship, allowing Wellington to experience different sides of hustling life as well as redefining what ‘family’ means to him.
Tickets for 'Baby'
March 29th | 18.30 | click here
March 30th | 16.00 | click here
16-year-old Tobias is forced by his absent mother to spend the summer with his grandparents where he falls in love with the slightly older Aron. However, inner demons prevent Tobias from accepting anything other than fleeting affection and when a tragedy strikes, he plunges into a dark hole of self-harm, lust, and loneliness.
Tickets for 'B.O.Y - Bruises of Yesterday'
March 20th | 21.00 | click here
March 22nd | 16.00 | click here
June 1982, Sicily. While Italians dream of winning the World Cup, two adolescents dream of living their love story without fear. Seventeen-year-old Gianni is bullied because of his homosexuality but his life changes when he meets by accident Nino, a captivating and innocent boy. The profound friendship they develop will without embarrassment turn into love, as they start working together for Nino's father, shooting fireworks. When their bond is discovered by their families, the consequences are as violent as the times and mores are conservative.
Tickets for 'Fireworks'
March 24th | 21.00 | click here
March 26th | 18.30 | click here
During a camping holiday, two 16-year-old boys are confronted with new feelings that put their close friendship to the test. While Oscar tries to connect with a group of older boys and girls, Marlon tries to keep his friend close at all costs.
Premiere screening of the short film that is the result of the first Roze Filmdagen Film Competition that was won in March 2024 by Jottum Kok (director) and Rosalie van de Biezen (screenplay).
Tickets for 'Groeipijn'
March 21st | 21.00 | click here
In 2005, Mimi Madamour, the young pop idol, lives a curse and fiery romance with queer punk icon Billie Kohler. Amongst love, hatred, and torn desires for the spotlight, their pursuit of glory and their passion for each other lead them down a path of self-destruction. They are the symbol of an entire generation, a duo that unleashes crowds, they are the Queens of Drama.
Tickets for 'Queens of Drama'
March 22nd | 21.00 | click here
March 29th | 21.00 | click here
In the vibrant Huan Nan Market of Taiwan in 1991, three handsome young men and one charming young woman became known as the ‘Four Brothers of Huan Nan’. They hang out in the market and flirt with each other. However, Chen begins to seriously fall in love with Chang and neither man knows how to deal with that. Additionally, one of the brothers’ carries a secret that he is from the future (2022).
A visually stunning gem of a movie.
Tickets for 'The Time of Huan Nan'
March 20th | 18.30 | click here
March 27th | 18.30 | click here
About Roze Filmdagen
Roze Fimdagen is a twelve-day film festival with feature films, short films and documentaries with LGBTQ+-related themes. There is also a side program with an exhibition, VR, podcasts, online talk shows and more. The 28th edition of Pink Film Days will take place from Wednesday, March 19 to Sunday, March 30, 2025 in Het Ketelhuis in Amsterdam.
