If your answer is no, then do not worry. After all, it takes time to immerse yourself in a tight study schedule.
While there’s still a chance to relax, let’s take stock of some classic teen films from both at home and abroad to check out in your spare time.
Teen films are, as you might guess, targeted at teenagers and young adults.
The plots are usually centered around the special interests of teenagers and young adults, such as coming of age, attempting to fit in, peer pressure, first love, rebellion, conflict with parents, teen angst or alienation.
Often these normally serious subject matters are presented in a broad, stereotyped or comedic way.
Films in this genre are often set in high schools and colleges or contain characters that are of high school or college age. Eastern and western students have totally different educational systems, and this is reflected in the teen films.
Now, let’s take a look and make a comparison.
A poster from the movie So Young.
1. You Are the Apple of My Eye
Country: China
Release Date: Aug 12, 2010
Running time: 118 minutes
Stars: Kai Ko, Michelle Chen
Classic comment: A gentle tale of teenage romance. Puppy love may not be that sweet, but it deserves recognition.
A scene from the film You Are the Apple of My Eye.
A scene from the film You Are the Apple of My Eye.
A scene from the film You Are the Apple of My Eye.
2. High School Musical
Country: US
Release Date: Jan 20, 2006
Running time: 98 minutes
Stars: Zac Efron, Vanessa Hudgens, Lucas Grabeel, Ashley Tisdale
Classic comment: For a closer look at the state of American high school students, just watch this.
A scene from the film High School Musical.
A scene from the film High School Musical.
A scene from the film High School Musical.
3. Our Times
Country: China
Release Date: Aug 14, 2015
Running time: 134 minutes
Stars: Vivian Sung, Darren Wang
Classic comment: An irresistible combination of nostalgia, humour and heartfelt emotions capturing the bittersweet feelings of youthful love.
A scene from the film Our Times.
A scene from the film Our Times.
A scene from the film Our Times.
4. Homeless to Harvard: The Liz Murray Story
Country: US
Release Date: April 7, 2003
Running time: 91 minutes
Stars: Thora Birch, Michael Riley
Classic comment: When there was nothing to believe in, she believed in herself.
A scene from the film Homeless to Harvard: The Liz Murray Story.
A scene from the film Homeless to Harvard: The Liz Murray Story.
A scene from the film Homeless to Harvard: The Liz Murray Story.
5. My Old Classmate
Country: China
Release Date: April 25, 2014
Running time: 98 minutes
Stars: Zhou Dongyu, Lin Gengxin
Classic comment: It tells of the romance between two desk mates spanning across 20 years. Their love, hate, happiness and regret have been well-presented in the film.
A scene from the film My Old Classmate.
A scene from the film My Old Classmate.
A scene from the film My Old Classmate.
6. 3 Idiots
Country: India
Release Date: Dec 25, 2009
Running time: 171 minutes
Stars: Aamir Khan, Kareena Kapoor. Madhavan
Classic comment: It's not that 3 Idiots is a flawless work of art. But it is an inspiring piece of entertainment with heart imbued throughout.
A scene from the film 3 Idiots.
A scene from the film 3 Idiots.
A scene from the film 3 Idiots.
7. Goodbye Mr. Loser
Country: China
Release Date: Sept 30, 2015
Running time: 104 minutes
Stars: Shen Teng, Wang Zhi. Ma Li
Classic comment: It seems to be a comedy, but good luck controlling your tears by the end.
A scene from the film Goodbye Mr. Loser.
A scene from the film Goodbye Mr. Loser.
A scene from the film Goodbye Mr. Loser.
8. Twilight
Country: US
Release Date: Jan 20, 2006
Running time: 121 minutes
Stars: Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson
Classic comment: While you study hard for the college entrance exam, a lucky girl falls in love with a handsome man — or a handsome vampire.
A scene from the film Twilight.
A scene from the film Twilight.
A scene from the film Twilight.
9. So Young / To Our Youth That Is Fading Away
Country: China
Release Date: April 26, 2013
Running time: 132 minutes
Stars: Mark Chao, Han Geng,Yang Zishan
Classic comment: It marks the beginning of teen films in the Chinese mainland, accurately reflecting the college life between the 1980s and 1990s.
A scene from the film So Young.
A scene from the film So Young.
A scene from the film So Young.
10. Crazy Little Thing Called Love
Country: Thailand
Release Date: Aug 12, 2010
Running time: 118 minutes
Stars: Pimchanok Leuvisadpaibul ,Tukkie
Classic comment: If you expect love, and look for love…love will find you later.
A scene from the film Crazy Little Thing Called Love.
A scene from the film Crazy Little Thing Called Love.
A scene from the film Crazy Little Thing Called Love.
Source: By Zhang Xingjian | chinadaily.com.cn