Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to My Own Private Idaho List

  • Paris, Texas - Both films explore themes of alienation and identity through the journey of their main characters.
  • Good Will Hunting - Similar themes of friendship and searching for one's place in the world are prominent.
  • Milk - Shares similar themes of LGBTQ+ identity and the pursuit of a better life.
  • The Dreamers - Explores complex relationships and the search for personal freedom amidst societal constraints.
  • Before Sunrise - Follows a deep emotional connection formed between two characters over a brief period.
  • Brokeback Mountain - Explores love and emotional struggles within the LGBTQ+ community.
  • The Florida Project - Both films depict the challenges faced by marginalized individuals and friendships formed in tough circumstances.
  • The Motorcycle Diaries - Explores a journey of self-discovery and friendship, set against the backdrop of Latin America.
  • In the Mood for Love - Beautifully captures longing and emotional connections between characters.
  • Boys Don't Cry - Explores identity and societal challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals.
  • The Perks of Being a Wallflower - Coming-of-age themes and the exploration of friendships are central to both narratives.
  • The Hours - Explores the struggles of its characters across different timelines and perspectives.
  • Boys in the Band - Centers on LGBTQ+ friendships and confrontations within a group.
  • The Road - Both films involve a journey and the bond of characters in desolate circumstances.
  • Requiem for a Dream - Explores addiction and the darker sides of human desires and ambitions.
  • Boys in the Trees - Explores themes of friendship, nostalgia, and the complexities of growing up.
  • Call Me by Your Name - A coming-of-age story that explores love and longing between two young men.
  • Boys Don't Cry - Delves into identity and the struggles faced by its LGBTQ+ main character.
  • Wild at Heart - Explores unconventional love and the challenges of a turbulent life.
  • Buster's Mal Heart - Explores themes of identity crisis and personal relationships amidst chaos.
  • Boys in the Trees - Focuses on nostalgia, friendship, and the passage of youth.
  • Blue is the Warmest Color - Shares themes of love, desire, and the exploration of sexual identity.
  • Frances - Explores the struggles of a female protagonist in the entertainment industry.
  • Little Miss Sunshine - Focuses on family and personal journeys with strong emotional connections.
  • Boys in the Trees - Features the bond between friends and personal journeys of discovery.
  • Blue Valentine - Explores the complexities of love and relationships over time.
  • Streetwise - A documentary that shares the experiences of troubled youth on the streets.
  • Lady Bird - Focuses on youth, personal growth, and complex family dynamics.
  • A Single Man - Explores grief and the search for connection in a lonely world.
  • Her - Explores longing and connection in an atypical manner.
  • The Road to Perdition - Centers on a father-son relationship against a backdrop of crime and existential themes.
  • Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind - Explores memories and relationships in a unique narrative style.
  • The Other Side of the Mountain - Focuses on personal struggle and the quest for overcoming challenges.
  • Into the Wild - Explores the journey of self-discovery and the desire to break free from societal norms.
  • The Virgin Suicides - Explores youth, isolation, and the complexities of growing up in a suffocating environment.
  • A Fantastic Woman - Features an LGBTQ+ protagonist dealing with grief and societal challenges.
  • The End of the Tour - Follows an intimate journey between two writers and explores personal philosophies.
  • The Friend - Explores the themes of supporting loved ones during difficult times.
  • The Last Picture Show - Explores small-town life, friendships, and the struggles of youth.

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# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1
Paris, Texas
Paris, Texas
145 min
1984 France 122196 8.1 Movie Released
2 1997 United States of America 1086590 8.3 Movie Released R
3
Milk
Milk
128 min
2008 United States of America 180650 7.5 Movie Released R
4
The Dreamers
The Dreamers
115 min
2003 Belgium 133402 7.1 Movie Released NC-17
5
Before Sunrise
Before Sunrise
101 min
1995 Austria 344637 8.1 Movie Released
6 2005 Canada 388344 7.7 Movie Released
7 2017 United States of America 130794 7.6 Movie Released
8 2004 Argentina 105191 7.7 Movie Released R
9 2000 France 169412 8.1 Movie Released PG
10
Boys Don't Cry
Boys Don't Cry
118 min
1999 United States of America 104107 7.5 Movie Released R
11 2012 United States of America 553835 7.9 Movie Released
12
The Hours
The Hours
114 min
2002 United Kingdom 140802 7.5 Movie Released PG-13
13
The Road
The Road
111 min
2009 United States of America 256876 7.2 Movie Released
14 2000 United States of America 909017 8.3 Movie Released NR
15 2016 Australia 4344 6.3 Movie Released PG-13
16 2017 Brazil 322880 7.8 Movie Released
17
Wild at Heart
Wild at Heart
125 min
1990 United States of America 102072 7.2 Movie Released R
18 2017 United States of America 11688 6.1 Movie Released
19 2013 Belgium 164624 7.7 Movie Released NC-17
20
Frances
Frances
140 min
1982 United States of America 8705 7.2 Movie Released R
21 2006 United States of America 523038 7.8 Movie Released
22
Blue Valentine
Blue Valentine
112 min
2010 United States of America 213140 7.3 Movie Released
23
Streetwise
Streetwise
91 min
1984 United States of America 3061 8.2 Movie Released
24
Lady Bird
Lady Bird
94 min
2017 United States of America 336638 7.4 Movie Released
25
A Single Man
A Single Man
100 min
2009 United States of America 118533 7.5 Movie Released R
26
Her
Her
126 min
2013 United States of America 678961 8 Movie Released
27 2004 United States of America 1090100 8.3 Movie Released R
28 1975 United States of America 1326 6.4 Movie Released
29
Into the Wild
Into the Wild
148 min
2007 United States of America 663145 8.1 Movie Released R
30 2000 United States of America 171441 7.2 Movie Released
31 2017 Chile 27500 7.2 Movie Released R
32 2015 United States of America 32784 7.2 Movie Released
33 2003 Germany 197 7 Movie Released
34 1971 United States of America 52942 8 Movie Released R
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