Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Ma Rainey's Black Bottom List
- Fences - Both films explore themes of race and personal struggle, highlighting the complexities of African American life.
- The Five Heartbeats - A narrative focused on a fictional African American music group, showcasing the highs and lows of their journey.
- Selma - A historical drama that addresses civil rights, featuring powerful performances and poignant themes.
- Django Unchained - Features strong African American characters confronting racism in a historical context.
- The Help - Tackles issues of race and relationships in the American South during the Civil Rights era.
- 12 Years a Slave - A powerful narrative about slavery and racial injustice, featuring strong performances.
- A Raisin in the Sun - Focuses on an African American family’s struggles, aspirations, and interactions in a racially divided society.
- The Birth of a Nation - Based on the true story of Nat Turner, exploring themes of race, rebellion, and sacrifice.
- August Wilson's Fences - A cinematic adaptation of Wilson's play that, like Ma Rainey, delves into African American culture.
- If Beale Street Could Talk - A story of love and injustice framed within the context of African American experience.
- The Color Purple - An adaptation that portrays the struggles of African American women and their quest for identity.
- Green Book - A road trip film highlighting race relations and the bond formed through music.
- Get On Up - A biopic about James Brown that focuses on his rise in the music industry.
- Black Bottom - An exploration of the lives and struggles of African American musicians in the early 20th century.
- Soul - Explores themes of purpose and identity through music with a rich depiction of African American culture.
- The Great Debaters - A film about debate teams in the 1930s, focusing on the themes of race and education.
- Hidden Figures - Highlights the contributions of African American women in a time of racial segregation and professional hurdles.
- Cadillac Records - A chronicle of the rise of Chess Records and the music artists during the early blues era.
- The Butler - The story of a White House butler who served several presidents, showcasing racial dynamics over decades.
- One Night in Miami - Imagines a meeting between civil rights icons discussing identity and race during a pivotal moment in history.
- What’s Love Got to Do with It - The biopic of Tina Turner detailing her struggles and triumphs in the music industry.
- Bessie - A biographical film about blues singer Bessie Smith, showcasing her life and the music scene.
- Ray - Another biopic focusing on the legendary musician Ray Charles and his battles with addiction and racism.
- The Pianist - While set in a different context, it explores the themes of a musician’s struggle in a hostile environment.
- Carmen Jones - A musical film that reinterprets the classic opera set in a context relevant to African American culture.
- The Jazz Singer - A film that explores the conflict between artistry and cultural identity, focusing on music.
- The Brothers Bloom - Though a different genre, it shares themes of performance and personal transformation.
- Do the Right Thing - Discusses racial tensions in America with powerful dialogue and character-driven narratives.
- Chicago - A musical that explores fame, crime, and corruption within the jazz and vaudeville scenes.
- The Imitation Game - While focused on a different subject, showcases the struggles of a creative genius in a challenging environment.
- Amistad - Explores themes of freedom and race within a historical context, with a strong narrative focus.
- Detroit - A historical drama about race and violence in 1960s Detroit, reflecting social tensions.
- Life of Pi - While not directly related to race, it explores themes of survival and storytelling in a fantastical context.
- Moonlight - A coming-of-age story that deeply explores themes of identity, race, and personal struggle.
- The Secret Life of Bees - Set in the American South, it addresses themes of race, culture, and maternal bonds.
- The Last Black Man in San Francisco - A story about identity, belonging, and the changing dynamics within African American communities.
- Mother of George - Explores the journey of an African American family, touching on cultural identity and expectations.
- Clemency - An exploration of moral complexity in the criminal justice system, with a focus on race and personal struggles.
- Daughters of the Dust - A unique perspective on African American history and culture, focusing on family and identity.
- Eve’s Bayou - A Southern Gothic story that delves into family, secrets, and the complexity of African American life.
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| # | Name | Year | Country | Genres | IMDb Votes | IMDb Rating | Type | Status | CBFC |
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2016 | Canada | Drama | 119144 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 2 |
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1991 | United States of America | Drama | 4962 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 3 |
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2014 | France | History | 95930 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 4 |
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2012 | United States of America | Comedy | 1718800 | 8.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 5 |
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2011 | India | Drama | 498104 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 6 |
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2013 | United States of America | Biography | 747033 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 7 |
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1961 | United States of America | Drama | 9781 | 8 | Movie | Released | |
| 8 |
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1915 | United States of America | Drama | 26560 | 6.1 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 9 |
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2018 | United States of America | Drama | 52848 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 10 |
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1985 | United States of America | Drama | 98350 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | |
| 11 |
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2018 | United States of America | Biography | 587421 | 8.2 | Movie | Released | |
| 12 |
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2014 | United States of America | Biography | 26296 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 13 |
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2020 | United States of America | Adventure | 387856 | 8 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 14 |
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2007 | United States of America | Drama | 63349 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 15 |
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2016 | United States of America | Biography | 259836 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | |
| 16 |
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2008 | United States of America | Drama | 23310 | 7 | Movie | Released | |
| 17 |
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2013 | United States of America | Biography | 120207 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 18 |
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2015 | United States of America | Biography | 4842 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | |
| 19 |
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2004 | United States of America | Drama | 158365 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | |
| 20 |
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2002 | France | Biography | 926283 | 8.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 21 |
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1954 | United States of America | Drama | 5977 | 6.8 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 22 |
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1980 | United Kingdom | Drama | 5077 | 5.9 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 23 |
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2008 | United States of America | Adventure | 52805 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 24 |
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1989 | United States of America | Comedy | 114091 | 8 | Movie | Released | R |
| 25 |
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2002 | Germany | Comedy | 245124 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | |
| 26 |
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2014 | United States of America | Biography | 832628 | 8 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 27 |
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1997 | United States of America | Biography | 83513 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | |
| 28 |
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2017 | United States of America | Crime | 56310 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | R |
| 29 |
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2012 | Canada | Adventure | 671802 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 30 |
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2016 | United States of America | Drama | 334820 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | R |
| 31 |
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2008 | United States of America | Family | 28197 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 32 | 2019 | United States of America | Drama | 22135 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | ||
| 33 |
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2013 | Nigeria | Drama | 1288 | 6.5 | Movie | Released | |
| 34 |
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2019 | United States of America | Drama | 5484 | 6.5 | Movie | Released | |
| 35 |
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1991 | United States of America | Drama | 3384 | 6.6 | Movie | Released |
