Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Everything Is Illuminated List

  • The Book Thief - Both explore themes of memory, loss, and the impact of war through a unique narrative lens.
  • A Serious Man - Similar in tone and quirky storytelling approach, dealing with existential questions.
  • Memento - Both utilize non-linear storytelling to explore the nature of memory and identity.
  • Everything Is Fine - Similar themes of searching for understanding and navigating personal history.
  • The Humbling - Deals with themes of self-discovery and personal reflection similar to 'Everything Is Illuminated'.
  • The Secret Life of Walter Mitty - Both feature protagonists on a journey of self-discovery and emotion.
  • Wild Tales - Offers a blend of dark humor and emotional storytelling, reflecting on human nature.
  • The Grand Budapest Hotel - Quirky storytelling and unique character journeys that explore themes of memory and nostalgia.
  • The Motorcycle Diaries - A road trip narrative that explores personal discovery and cultural history.
  • Life is Beautiful - Dealing with heavy themes through humor and whimsy, conducted with a poignant narrative.
  • Little Miss Sunshine - Explores family dynamics and individual journeys through a blend of humor and pathos.
  • Seeking a Friend for the End of the World - Focuses on personal relationships and emotional exploration in the face of terminal circumstances.
  • The Way - A film about a walking pilgrimage that leads to personal discovery akin to 'Everything Is Illuminated'.
  • Atonement - Explores themes of guilt, memory, and the passage of time in relationships.
  • The Pursuit of Happyness - A personal journey towards understanding oneself and one’s place in the world.
  • The Last Station - Delves into personal relationships against a historical backdrop, similar to 'Everything Is Illuminated'.
  • The Perks of Being a Wallflower - Focuses on the journey of self-discovery during formative years.
  • Room - Themes of personal isolation and subsequent exploration of the outside world.
  • The Road - A father-son journey exploring survival and connection in a bleak world.
  • About Time - Explores the themes of love, family, and time in a heartwarming way.
  • The Kite Runner - Examines personal history and cultural identity, which parallels the themes in 'Everything Is Illuminated'.
  • The Pianist - A powerful journey through trauma and survival, much like the themes in 'Everything Is Illuminated'.
  • Her - Explores complex emotions and relationships in a unique narrative style.
  • The Station Agent - Character-driven storytelling focusing on themes of loneliness and connection.
  • The Fall - Blends reality with imagination, exploring human experiences in a unique way.
  • The Good Bye Lenin! - Cultural exploration and personal relationships in the backdrop of significant historical change.
  • Frances Ha - Focuses on personal identity and friendship through a whimsical lens.
  • The Help - Explores themes of race, history, and personal journeys in a compelling narrative.
  • Like Crazy - A love story that examines personal connections and experiences over time.
  • Anomalisa - A unique narrative focusing on loneliness and human relationships.
  • Into the Wild - A journey of self-discovery and exploration of identity in the outdoors.
  • The Art of Self-Defense - Dark humor and exploration of identity, much like the tone of 'Everything Is Illuminated'.
  • The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared - Explores absurdity and humor in historical context, tying to personal narratives.
  • A Man Called Ove - Heartfelt exploration of loneliness and connection through unexpected relationships.
  • Moonlight - Explores identity and self-discovery against cultural and personal obstacles.
  • Big Fish - A whimsical take on storytelling that examines life experiences and personal mythology.
  • Wristcutters: A Love Story - A darkly comedic exploration of love and connection in a surreal setting.
  • The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore - A narrative about memory and the magic of storytelling, similar emotional resonance.
  • Boyhood - A coming-of-age story that captures individual growth over time similar to 'Everything Is Illuminated'.
  • Cloud Atlas - Explores interconnected stories across time that resonate with themes of memory and identity.
  • Swiss Army Man - Quirky storytelling that blends humor and poignant themes of existence.

Last updated: 2024-09-23 22:49:30

# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1
The Book Thief
The Book Thief
131 min
2013 Germany 143107 7.5 Movie Released PG-13
2
A Serious Man
A Serious Man
106 min
2009 United States of America 151162 7 Movie Released R
3
Memento
Memento
113 min
2000 United States of America 1336770 8.4 Movie Released
4 2008 Canada 1070 7 Movie Released
5
The Humbling
The Humbling
112 min
2014 Italy 7257 5.6 Movie Released R
6 2013 United Kingdom 344677 7.3 Movie Released PG
7
Wild Tales
Wild Tales
122 min
2014 Argentina 219271 8.1 Movie Released R
8 2014 Germany 896611 8.1 Movie Released R
9 2004 Argentina 105191 7.7 Movie Released R
10 1997 Italy 750960 8.6 Movie Released PG-13
11 2006 United States of America 523038 7.8 Movie Released
12 2012 United States of America 119340 6.7 Movie Released R
13
The Way
The Way
128 min
2010 Spain 35711 7.3 Movie Released PG-13
14
Atonement
Atonement
123 min
2007 France 302794 7.8 Movie Released R
15 2006 United States of America 568904 8 Movie Released PG-13
16 2009 Germany 19227 6.9 Movie Released R
17 2012 United States of America 553835 7.9 Movie Released
18
Room
Room
118 min
2015 Canada 455229 8.1 Movie Released R
19
The Road
The Road
111 min
2009 United States of America 256876 7.2 Movie Released
20
About Time
About Time
123 min
2013 United Kingdom 393523 7.8 Movie Released
21
The Kite Runner
The Kite Runner
128 min
2007 China 82835 7.6 Movie Released
22
The Pianist
The Pianist
150 min
2002 France 926283 8.5 Movie Released R
23
Her
Her
126 min
2013 United States of America 678961 8 Movie Released
24 2003 United States of America 73999 7.6 Movie Released
25
The Fall
The Fall
57 min
SS 3 EP 17
2013 Ireland 121468 8.1 Serie Ended TV-MA
26
Frances Ha
Frances Ha
86 min
2013 Brazil 95467 7.4 Movie Released
27
The Help
The Help
146 min
2011 India 498104 8.1 Movie Released
28
Like Crazy
Like Crazy
90 min
2011 United States of America 63474 6.6 Movie Released
29
Anomalisa
Anomalisa
91 min
2015 United States of America 75967 7.2 Movie Released
30
Into the Wild
Into the Wild
148 min
2007 United States of America 663145 8.1 Movie Released R
31 2019 United States of America 41311 6.6 Movie Released
32 2015 Norway 69342 7.7 Movie Released
33
Moonlight
Moonlight
111 min
2016 United States of America 334820 7.4 Movie Released R
34
Big Fish
Big Fish
125 min
2003 United States of America 461618 8 Movie Released PG-13
35 2007 United Kingdom 58022 7.2 Movie Released
36 2012 United States of America 5822 7.8 Movie Released
37
Boyhood
Boyhood
166 min
2014 United States of America 369349 7.9 Movie Released
38
Cloud Atlas
Cloud Atlas
172 min
2012 Germany 376223 7.4 Movie Released
39 2016 United States of America 134837 6.9 Movie Released
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