Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Basquiat List

  • Pollock - Biographical film about artist Jackson Pollock, exploring the struggles of an innovative artist.
  • Frida - A biopic focusing on the life of artist Frida Kahlo, showcasing her art and personal struggles.
  • The Agony and the Ecstasy - Depicts the life of Michelangelo, an artist facing challenges while creating his masterpieces.
  • Exit Through the Gift Shop - A documentary about street art, highlighting the life and work of various contemporary artists.
  • The Great Beauty - Explores themes of art, culture, and the meaning of beauty in contemporary society.
  • Finding Vivian Maier - A documentary about a mysterious street photographer whose work was discovered posthumously.
  • Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind - A surreal exploration of memory and relationships, which aligns with the abstract themes in Basquiat's art.
  • The Square - A satirical drama about the contemporary art world and its absurdities, echoing Basquiat's critique of society.
  • Love Is the Devil - A biographical film about artist Francis Bacon, delving into his turbulent life and relationships.
  • Art School Confidential - A dark comedy that critiques art schools and the art world, reflecting similar themes present in Basquiat.
  • The Hip-Hop Project - A documentary showcasing the intersection of hip-hop culture and art, paralleling Basquiat's own influences.
  • A Bigger Splash - Examines the lives of artists and their complex relationships in the vibrant world of 1970s art.
  • Midnight in Paris - A romantic fantasy that highlights iconic artists and writers from the past, similar to Basquiat's artistic milieu.
  • Kusama: Infinity - A documentary on Yayoi Kusama, her groundbreaking art, and her fight for recognition in the art world.
  • The Artist - A silent film set in Hollywood's transition to sound, exploring themes of change and artistic evolution.
  • Basquiat's New York - A documentary-style portrayal of the New York City art scene during Basquiat's rise to fame.
  • Savage Beauty - A documentary focusing on the life and work of designer Alexander McQueen, paralleling the creative struggle.
  • Rivers and Tides - A documentary featuring artist Andy Goldsworthy, focusing on the relationship between nature and creativity.
  • American Splendor - A biographical film about comic book writer Harvey Pekar, showcasing the blending of art and everyday life.
  • The Dreamers - A drama that explores art, politics, and identity in 1968 Paris, mirroring the artistic exploration in Basquiat.
  • Nocturama - A film that addresses political turmoil and youth culture, which resonates with the themes reflected in Basquiat's work.
  • Ballets Russes - A documentary on the famous ballet company that highlights the intersection of dance and visual arts.
  • Renoir - A biographical drama exploring the life of painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir and his artistic legacy.
  • The Last Days of Disco - A film set in the 1980s art and music scene, exploring youth culture and creativity similar to Basquiat.
  • My Left Foot - A biographical film about Christy Brown, an artist with cerebral palsy who overcame adversity to create art.
  • The Gleaners and I - A documentary exploring the lives of gleaners in France, reflecting on art, culture, and societal roles.
  • Vincent & Theo - A dramatization of the relationship between Vincent van Gogh and his brother, focusing on artistic vision.
  • 12 Years a Slave - Though primarily historical, the film underscores the struggles of African American identity and artistry.
  • The Diving Bell and the Butterfly - A biographical drama that explores creativity and determination despite physical limitations, much like Basquiat's work.
  • The Cost of Desire - A documentary focusing on desire and creation in the art world, resonating with Basquiat's emotional depth.
  • The Queen - Examines the intersection of politics and culture, paralleling the contextual themes in Basquiat's art.
  • A Ghost Story - A meditation on existence and memory, resonating with the abstract and existential themes present in Basquiat's art.
  • The Other Side of the Mirror - A documentary about Bob Dylan's artistic endeavors, encapsulating the life of a cultural icon.
  • Artists in Love - This film examines the dynamics of creativity and love in the lives of two artists.
  • The Ballad of Genesis and Lady Jaye - Explores the life of artist Genesis P-Orridge and their blend of art and identity.
  • The Warhol Diaries - An exploration of the life of Andy Warhol and his influence on art, culture, and society.
  • The Last Black Man in San Francisco - Delves into identity and gentrification through a unique artistic lens, reflecting Basquiat's own themes.
  • The Invisible Man - Creates a visual narrative around a character struggling with identity, reminiscent of Basquiat's journey.
  • The Painter and the Thief - A documentary exploring the relationship between an artist and the thief who stole her paintings.
  • The Red Turtle - An animated film that encapsulates themes of survival and the relationship with art and nature.

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# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1
Pollock
Pollock
122 min
2000 United States of America 29810 7 Movie Released R
2
Frida
Frida
123 min
2002 Canada 96034 7.3 Movie Released R
3 1965 Italy 8160 7.2 Movie Released
4 2010 United Kingdom 69135 7.9 Movie Released
5 2013 France 98196 7.7 Movie Released
6 2014 United States of America 15177 7.7 Movie Released
7 2004 United States of America 1090100 8.3 Movie Released R
8
The Square
The Square
151 min
2017 Denmark 78244 7.1 Movie Released R
9 2006 United States of America 17796 6.3 Movie Released
10
A Bigger Splash
A Bigger Splash
125 min
2015 France 33482 6.4 Movie Released R
11 2011 France 452833 7.6 Movie Released PG-13
12 2018 Japan 1236 7.3 Movie Released
13
The Artist
The Artist
100 min
2011 Belgium 249574 7.9 Movie Released
14
Savage Beauty
Savage Beauty
51 min
SS 2 EP 12
2022 South Africa 655 5.7 Serie Returning Series TV-MA
15 2001 Canada 2482 7.9 Movie Released
16 2003 United States of America 52758 7.4 Movie Released R
17
The Dreamers
The Dreamers
115 min
2003 Belgium 133402 7.1 Movie Released NC-17
18
Nocturama
Nocturama
130 min
2016 Belgium 5383 6.4 Movie Released
19
Ballets Russes
Ballets Russes
118 min
2005 United States of America 703 7.9 Movie Released
20
Renoir
Renoir
111 min
2012 France 6016 6.5 Movie Released R
21 1998 United States of America 14493 6.7 Movie Released R
22 2000 France 9016 7.7 Movie Released NR
23
Vincent & Theo
Vincent & Theo
138 min
1990 France 4231 6.9 Movie Released
24 2013 United States of America 747033 8.1 Movie Released
25 2007 France 110742 8 Movie Released PG-13
26
The Queen
The Queen
103 min
2006 France 116428 7.3 Movie Released PG-13
27
A Ghost Story
A Ghost Story
93 min
2017 United States of America 80905 6.8 Movie Released
28 2016 1399 2.2 Movie Released PG
29 2012 United States of America 696 6.7 Movie Released
30 2019 United States of America 22135 7.3 Movie Released
31 2020 Australia 260026 7.1 Movie Released R
32 2020 Norway 4366 7.5 Movie Released
33 2016 Belgium 39215 7.5 Movie Released PG
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