Films and TV shows that feel like Father Figure by Taylor Swift
A wistful, tender yearning for guidance and connection, wrapped in a glossy pop sheen.
- The Wonder Years (1988): Captures teenage yearning for mentorship and the bittersweet nostalgia of growing up.
- Euphoria (2019): Stylish, synth‑laden atmosphere mirrors the song’s glossy production while exploring identity and guidance.
- Lady Bird (2017): A coming‑of‑age story about searching for role models and yearning for belonging.
- The Edge of Seventeen (2016): Teen protagonist craving a father‑like figure, set in a modern American suburb.
- Moonlight (2016): Explores the need for guidance and identity in a lyrical, intimate way.
- The Good Place (2016): Playful yet philosophical, it deals with mentorship, moral growth, and self‑improvement.
- About Time (2013): Blends romance with the desire to learn from older generations, wrapped in gentle humor.
- Call Me by Your Name (2017): A tender, sun‑lit portrait of youthful longing and the search for emotional guidance.