Ben je fan van 'Liberal Arts' (2012) en op zoek naar soortgelijke films of series? Dit artikel biedt 10 aanbevelingen die dezelfde charmante mix van romantiek, zelfontdekking en intellectuele diepgang bieden. Perfect voor wie houdt van verhalen over persoonlijke groei en betekenisvolle connecties.

Garden State (2004)
Beschreibung: A quirky and introspective film about a young man returning home and confronting his past, filled with existential themes and indie charm.
Fakt: Zach Braff wrote, directed, and starred in the film. The soundtrack became iconic and won a Grammy.


Little Miss Sunshine (2006)
Beschreibung: A dark comedy-drama about a dysfunctional family on a road trip, highlighting themes of perseverance and unconventional beauty.
Fakt: The film was made on a modest budget of $8 million but went on to earn over $100 million worldwide.


Adventureland (2009)
Beschreibung: Set in the 1980s, this film captures the awkward transition from adolescence to adulthood through a summer job at an amusement park.
Fakt: The movie was inspired by director Greg Mottola's own experiences working at an amusement park in his youth.


The Art of Getting By (2011)
Beschreibung: A story about a high school senior grappling with existential dread and the pressures of adulthood, set against a New York City backdrop.
Fakt: The film was originally titled 'Homework' and was the feature debut of director Gavin Wiesen.


The Spectacular Now (2013)
Beschreibung: A coming-of-age drama that explores the complexities of young love and self-discovery, with a focus on character development and emotional depth.
Fakt: The film is based on the novel of the same name by Tim Tharp. It won the Special Jury Prize for Acting at the Sundance Film Festival.


The Way Way Back (2013)
Beschreibung: A heartfelt story about a shy teenager finding his voice during a summer vacation, blending humor and poignant moments.
Fakt: The screenplay was written by Nat Faxon and Jim Rash, who also directed the film. It was shot in just 25 days.


Like Crazy (2011)
Beschreibung: A romantic drama that delves into the challenges of long-distance relationships and the intensity of young love.
Fakt: Much of the dialogue was improvised, giving the film a raw and authentic feel. It won the Grand Jury Prize at Sundance.


Ruby Sparks (2012)
Beschreibung: A meta-romantic comedy about a writer whose fictional character comes to life, exploring themes of creativity and control in relationships.
Fakt: The film was written by Zoe Kazan, who also stars as the titular character. It was produced by Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris, the duo behind 'Little Miss Sunshine'.


The Kings of Summer (2013)
Beschreibung: A coming-of-age adventure about three boys who decide to build a house in the woods and live independently for the summer.
Fakt: The film was shot in Ohio and features a mix of professional actors and local talent. It premiered at the Sundance Film Festival.


Me and Earl and the Dying Girl (2015)
Beschreibung: A poignant yet humorous tale about friendship and loss, centered around a high schooler who befriends a classmate with leukemia.
Fakt: The film won both the Grand Jury Prize and the Audience Award at the Sundance Film Festival. It was adapted from the novel by Jesse Andrews.
