Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to The Diving Bell and the Butterfly List

  • Life of Pi - Similar themes of resilience and the human spirit in adverse conditions.
  • The Sea Inside - Explores the life of a man confined to a wheelchair, focusing on his desire for autonomy.
  • A Single Man - Delves into the inner thoughts of a man grappling with loss and isolation.
  • The Intouchables - Explores the relationship between a caregiver and a disabled man, highlighting friendship and humor.
  • Awakenings - Centers on patients recovering from catatonia and the relationships with their caregivers.
  • My Left Foot - Follows the life of a disabled artist and his struggle for independence.
  • Still Alice - Focuses on a woman's journey through a debilitating illness and the impact on her life and family.
  • Frida - A biographical film that delves into the pain and triumph of artist Frida Kahlo, similar emotional depth.
  • Birdman - Explores the psychological journey of a man facing his past and his existence, akin to introspective nature.
  • The Theory of Everything - The story of physicist Stephen Hawking and his struggles with ALS, exploring love and aspiration.
  • Cast Away - Focuses on survival and personal reflection in isolation, under extreme circumstances.
  • The Fault in Our Stars - A poignant love story between two teens facing terminal illnesses, showcasing the beauty in struggle.
  • Requiem for a Dream - Explores the descent into addiction and its impacts on dreams and relationships.
  • The Pianist - The survival and resilience of a Jewish pianist during World War II, echoing themes of isolation.
  • Dancer in the Dark - Follows a woman with a tragic destiny, highlighted by a focus on music and emotional depth.
  • Room - A harrowing tale of captivity and the bond between a mother and child, reflecting on freedom.
  • A Beautiful Mind - The story of a mathematician battling mental illness and his journey through reality and perception.
  • The Diving Bell and the Butterfly - A semi-autobiographical story, encapsulating the beauty of life through a unique perspective.
  • Dead Poets Society - Explores the profound impact of teachers and the struggle for individuality and inspiration.
  • Black Swan - Delves into the life of a dancer and her internal struggles between perfection and reality.
  • Secret in Their Eyes - Combines personal loss and the pursuit of justice, highlighting emotional complexity.
  • 12 Years a Slave - Focuses on survival and struggle against personal and societal oppression.
  • Tully - Touching on themes of motherhood and personal identity along with emotional struggles.
  • About Time - Explores love, loss, and the beauty of life, emphasizing emotional depth.
  • Manchester by the Sea - A poignant exploration of grief, trauma, and the journey to acceptance.
  • The Curious Case of Benjamin Button - A unique perspective on life and love told through the lens of an unusual condition.
  • The Fault in Our Stars - A impactful love story amidst illness and personal struggles.
  • Blue Jasmine - Explores emotional turmoil and personal breakdown from a nuanced perspective.
  • Chocolat - Themes of choice and freedom in restrictive societal norms, focusing on character exploration.
  • Never Let Me Go - A moving tale of friends confronting their destinies, exploring themes of love and loss.
  • The Artist - A silent film that demonstrates emotion and expression through visuals and music.
  • Good Will Hunting - The story of emotional growth and self-discovery against personal and societal expectations.
  • The Scent of Green Papaya - A visually poetic film that delves into the life of a girl in Vietnam, exploring senses and emotions.
  • Wild - A personal journey of recovery and self-discovery amid emotional turmoil.
  • Call Me by Your Name - Explores a poignant and emotional romance, showcasing deep human connections.
  • Blue Valentine - An intimate look at love and relationships, examining their beginnings and endings.
  • The Last Emperor - A historical epic about the life and struggles of a last emperor, filled with personal reflection.
  • The Motorcycle Diaries - A journey of self-discovery that explores broader themes of identity and purpose.
  • Boyhood - A unique portrayal of life's journey and the passage of time through a young boy's growth.
  • Truly Madly Deeply - Explores love, loss, and coping in imaginative and heartfelt ways.
  • Ordinary People - Delves deeply into themes of grief and family dynamics, focusing on emotional recovery.

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# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1
Life of Pi
Life of Pi
127 min
2012 Canada 671802 7.9 Movie Released
2
The Sea Inside
The Sea Inside
125 min
2004 France 85671 8 Movie Released PG-13
3
A Single Man
A Single Man
100 min
2009 United States of America 118533 7.5 Movie Released R
4 2011 France 940617 8.5 Movie Released R
5
Awakenings
Awakenings
120 min
1990 United States of America 160722 7.8 Movie Released
6
Still Alice
Still Alice
100 min
2014 France 144421 7.5 Movie Released
7
Frida
Frida
123 min
2002 Canada 96034 7.3 Movie Released R
8 2014 United Kingdom 485790 7.7 Movie Released PG-13
9
Cast Away
Cast Away
143 min
2000 United States of America 646289 7.8 Movie Released
10 2014 United States of America 405184 7.7 Movie Released PG-13
11 2000 United States of America 909017 8.3 Movie Released NR
12
The Pianist
The Pianist
150 min
2002 France 926283 8.5 Movie Released R
13 2000 Argentina 117754 7.9 Movie Released
14
Room
Room
118 min
2015 Canada 455229 8.1 Movie Released R
15 2001 United States of America 996118 8.2 Movie Released
16 2007 France 110742 8 Movie Released PG-13
17 1989 United States of America 556046 8.1 Movie Released
18
Black Swan
Black Swan
109 min
2010 United States of America 834171 8 Movie Released
19 2015 South Korea 51999 6.3 Movie Released
20 2013 United States of America 747033 8.1 Movie Released
21
Tully
Tully
96 min
2018 Canada 63514 6.9 Movie Released
22
About Time
About Time
123 min
2013 United Kingdom 393523 7.8 Movie Released
23 2016 United States of America 318572 7.8 Movie Released
24 2008 United States of America 702001 7.8 Movie Released PG-13
25
Blue Jasmine
Blue Jasmine
99 min
2013 United States of America 213625 7.3 Movie Released
26
Chocolat
Chocolat
121 min
2000 United Kingdom 203389 7.2 Movie Released
27
Never Let Me Go
Never Let Me Go
104 min
2010 United Kingdom 154222 7.1 Movie Released
28
The Artist
The Artist
100 min
2011 Belgium 249574 7.9 Movie Released
29 1997 United States of America 1086590 8.3 Movie Released R
30 1993 France 10224 7.3 Movie Released NR
31
Wild
Wild
115 min
2014 United States of America 140337 7.1 Movie Released
32 2017 Brazil 322880 7.8 Movie Released
33
Blue Valentine
Blue Valentine
112 min
2010 United States of America 213140 7.3 Movie Released
34 1987 China 112568 7.7 Movie Released PG-13
35 2004 Argentina 105191 7.7 Movie Released R
36
Boyhood
Boyhood
166 min
2014 United States of America 369349 7.9 Movie Released
37 1991 United Kingdom 10101 7.2 Movie Released PG
38
Ordinary People
Ordinary People
124 min
1980 United States of America 57623 7.7 Movie Released R
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