Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker's Apocalypse List
- Burden of Dreams - A documentary about the making of Werner Herzog's 'Fitzcarraldo' that delves into the challenges faced during production.
- Lost in La Mancha - A documentary chronicling Terry Gilliam's chaotic attempts to film 'The Man Who Killed Don Quixote'.
- The Disaster Artist - A biographical comedy-drama about the making of the cult film 'The Room', showcasing the struggles of independent filmmaking.
- Filmworker - A documentary about Leon Vitali, who dedicated his life to working as an assistant to director Stanley Kubrick.
- Room 237 - An exploration of various interpretations of Stanley Kubrick’s 'The Shining', delving into the art of film analysis.
- Rebel Without a Crew - A documentary about filmmaker Robert Rodriguez and his experience making 'El Mariachi' with a limited budget.
- American Movie - A documentary that follows filmmaker Mark Borchardt as he tries to make his own horror film.
- Jodorowsky's Dune - A documentary about Alejandro Jodorowsky's ambitious but ultimately unsuccessful attempt to adapt 'Dune' into a film.
- The Act of Killing - A documentary featuring former Indonesian death squad leaders reenacting their real-life mass killings in a surreal manner.
- The King of Comedy - A black comedy that reflects on the nature of fame and the lengths a person will go to achieve it within the film industry.
- Showtime - A comedic take on behind-the-scenes chaos in filmmaking, particularly focused on the pressures of production.
- The Room - Recognized as one of the best 'so bad it's good' films, its production story is full of chaos and passion.
- Hollywood Shuffle - A satirical take on the struggles of African-American actors in Hollywood, reflecting on the challenges of filmmaking.
- Indie Game: The Movie - A documentary exploring the lives of independent video game designers, paralleling the struggles found in film production.
- The Black Cauldron: A Disney Documentary - Explores the production missteps of this animated feature, similar to the challenges faced in 'Hearts of Darkness'.
- A Personal Journey with Martin Scorsese Through American Movies - A deep examination of filmmaking artistry and the influences that shaped one of America's greatest directors.
- The Last Movie - A surreal examination of a filmmaker's struggle with the impact of film on reality, blending personal narrative with production issues.
- Overnight - A documentary that follows the rise and fall of filmmaker Troy Duffy as he attempts to navigate Hollywood.
- This Is Spinal Tap - A mockumentary that satirizes the chaos surrounding rock bands, which parallels the film industry's absurdities.
- To Be Takei - A documentary about George Takei that explores fame, identity, and the film industry, similar to the themes in 'Hearts of Darkness'.
- The Gleaners and I - A documentary exploring the lives and struggles of gleaners, examining artistry in everyday life, akin to independent filmmaking.
- The Filth and the Fury - A documentary about the Sex Pistols that looks into the chaos and reality of music and its production, akin to film.
- Be Kind Rewind - A comedy about the struggles of two friends creating their own versions of popular films, reflecting on the nature of filmmaking.
- The Last Starfighter - A look at a film's production and its impact on the creators, paralleling challenges faced in 'Hearts of Darkness'.
- Harlan County, USA - Documentary filmmaking that captures the struggles of coal miners, showing the dedication of filmmakers to truth.
- The Hunger Games: The Exhibition - A behind-the-scenes look at the making of a major film franchise, shedding light on the filmmaking process.
- The Road to El Dorado - A story of a challenging production featuring themes of adventure and creativity resembling the chaos of filmmaking.
- Cameraperson - An autobiographical documentary presenting moments from the filmmaker's career, reflecting on the art of film.
- The Making of 'The Shining' - A documentary that reveals the behind-the-scenes trials of creating Kubrick's masterpiece, touching on similar chaos.
- The Other Side of the Mirror - A documentary focused on a pivotal time in filmmaking, exploring filmmaker interactions and their resultant struggles.
- Great Movies: The Godfather - An examination of the classic film's production challenges, entailing the depth and intricacies of filmmaking.
- The Show Must Go On - A documentary reflecting on the behind-the-scenes challenges of creating a stage show, relatable to filmmaking.
- The Hollywood Complex - A documentary examining the challenges faced by child actors and their families in Hollywood's competitive environment.
- The Fall of the House of Usher - A dramatization that highlights the tumultuous production environment, exploring artistic struggle and dedication.
- All the Time in the World - A personal take on filmmaking and life balance, reflecting authentic struggles similar to those in 'Hearts of Darkness'.
- The Act of Seeing with Ones Own Eyes - Interrogates the act of observation and reality through the lens of film, questioning the filmmaker's role in representation.
- The Sunshine Boys - A drama about aging vaudevillian comedians that reflects on the industry challenges they face, mirroring film production issues.
- The Last Waltz - A concert documentary featuring The Band, it captures both the artistry and the chaos involved in performance filmmaking.
- The Personal History of David Copperfield - A comedic exploration of struggle in the film industry through a personal narrative, showcasing character development.
- 14 Days in America - A documentary focused on personal journey and struggles, reflecting the determination involved in filmmaking.
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| # | Name | Year | Country | Genres | IMDb Votes | IMDb Rating | Type | Status | CBFC |
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1982 | Peru | Documentary | 8254 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 2 |
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2002 | United Kingdom | Documentary | 12038 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | R |
| 3 |
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2017 | United States of America | Biography | 165589 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | R |
| 4 |
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2018 | United States of America | Biography | 3529 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | |
| 5 |
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2012 | United States of America | Documentary | 23239 | 6.2 | Movie | Released | NR |
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1999 | United States of America | Comedy | 19717 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | |
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2013 | France | Documentary | 27951 | 8 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 8 |
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2012 | Denmark | Biography | 41179 | 8.2 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 9 |
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1982 | United States of America | Comedy | 120952 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 10 |
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2002 | United States of America | Action | 65565 | 5.5 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 11 |
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2003 | United States of America | Drama | 95828 | 3.6 | Movie | Released | R |
| 12 |
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1987 | United States of America | Comedy | 6467 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | R |
| 13 |
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2012 | Canada | Documentary | 21486 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 14 |
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1971 | United States of America | Drama | 2714 | 6.1 | Movie | Released | R |
| 15 |
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2003 | United States of America | Documentary | 4696 | 7 | Movie | Released | R |
| 16 |
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1984 | United States of America | Comedy | 148456 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | R |
| 17 |
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2014 | United States of America | Biography | 1593 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 18 |
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2000 | France | Documentary | 9016 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 19 |
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2000 | United Kingdom | Biography | 6237 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | R |
| 20 |
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2008 | France | Drama | 94681 | 6.4 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 21 |
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1984 | United States of America | Action | 46665 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 22 |
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2000 | United States of America | Family | 109178 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 23 |
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2016 | United States of America | News | 3304 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | |
| 24 |
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2016 | Drama | 1399 | 2.2 | Movie | Released | PG | |
| 25 |
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2007 | South Korea | Action | 1678 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | |
| 26 |
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2011 | United States of America | Biography | 476 | 6.8 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 27 |
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2023 | United States of America | Drama | 116247 | 7.9 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 28 |
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2011 | Netherlands | Drama | 904 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | |
| 29 |
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1975 | United States of America | Comedy | 6813 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | PG |
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1978 | United States of America | Biography | 20450 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 31 | 2019 | United Kingdom | Comedy | 22726 | 6.4 | Movie | Released | PG |
