Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Lost in La Mancha List

  • The Man Who Killed Don Quixote - A project about Quixote that faced many obstacles, similar to the struggles in 'Lost in La Mancha'.
  • Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker's Apocalypse - A documentary about the tumultuous making of 'Apocalypse Now', showcasing the chaos of filmmaking.
  • Burden of Dreams - A documentary capturing Werner Herzog's challenges while filming 'Fitzcarraldo' in the wilds of the Amazon.
  • American Movie - A documentary illustrating the struggles of an independent filmmaker trying to create his dream project.
  • Jodorowsky's Dune - Documents the infamous failed attempt to adapt 'Dune' by Alejandro Jodorowsky, illustrating visionary ambition.
  • Lost in Translation - Explores themes of disillusionment and cultural barriers, similar to the existential questions posed in 'Lost in La Mancha'.
  • Indie Game: The Movie - Follows indie video game developers facing challenges to realize their passion projects, echoing the filmmaker's journey.
  • Super Size Me - A documentary showcasing the filmmaker's commitment to a unique challenge, similar to the ambitions in 'Lost in La Mancha'.
  • Room 237 - Explores the fan theories and interpretations of 'The Shining', reflecting the passion and obsession similar to Quixote's character.
  • The Disaster Artist - A biographical comedy-drama about making the cult film 'The Room', showing quirks and challenges of filmmaking.
  • Troll 2: Best Worst Movie - Explores the making of one of the worst films ever, akin to the passion behind a flawed but beloved project.
  • Cameraperson - A documentary that reflects the struggles and memories of a cinematographer, with a focus on the art of filmmaking.
  • A Poem Is a Naked Person - A documentary about the musician Leon Russell, presenting avant-garde filmmaking challenges.
  • Examined Life - Features philosophers discussing their ideas, akin to the deep explorations of the human condition in 'Lost in La Mancha'.
  • Overnight - Documents the rise and fall of filmmaker Troy Duffy, revealing the tumultuous journey in the film industry.
  • The Act of Killing - Explores storytelling and creativity through the lens of a sensitive subject, echoing the themes of ambition and failure.
  • The Other Side of the Wind - Orson Welles' unfinished film that showcases the complexities and tribulations of filmmaking.
  • Freaks and Geeks - Depicts the struggles of adolescence and ambition in a dream-like narrative style.
  • The Last Movie - A unique take on filmmaking and the art of cinema, paralleling the themes in 'Lost in La Mancha'.
  • Shooting the Mafia - Explores the relationship between art and violence, akin to thematic explorations in 'Lost in La Mancha'.
  • Side by Side - Documents the transition from film to digital, exploring filmmaking with passion akin to that in 'La Mancha'.
  • One Cut of the Dead - A film about a chaotic zombie movie production that mirrors the struggles and surprises in indie filmmaking.
  • The Emoji Movie - A comedic take on the art of filmmaking and creativity under pressure, though widely criticized.
  • Weiner - A political documentary showcasing the chaotic journey of a public figure's downfall, paralleling disillusionment.
  • A Film Unfinished - Focus on the complexities of documentary-making amidst a sensitive historical backdrop, reflecting on ethics in filmmaking.
  • Crumb - A documentary exploring the life and work of comic artist R. Crumb, delving into art and personal struggle.
  • The Creation of Newtopia - A unique documentary showcasing a filmmaker's personal and professional challenges in a fictional utopia.
  • Shutter Island - Explores themes of mental struggle and illusion, similar to Quixote's flights of fantasy.
  • The Square - A satirical look at the art world which reflects the chaos of creating something genuine, akin to 'Lost in La Mancha'.
  • The King's Speech - Focuses on personal struggle and determination, resonating with the themes of ambition and dreams.
  • Big Eyes - A biopic that explores the challenges of an artist, mirroring the themes of pursuit and creativity in filmmaking.
  • The Fault in Our Stars - A focus on life's unpredictability and the pursuit of dreams, akin to the spirit showcased in 'Lost in La Mancha'.
  • Frances Ha - A story about aspiring artists facing the complexities of life and creativity, similar to themes found in 'La Mancha'.
  • Searching for Sugar Man - Follows the journey to uncover a musician's story, showcasing passion and unexpected turns in an artistic endeavor.
  • The Farthest: Voyager in Space - A documentary about ambitious space exploration, similar to the bold artistic ambitions in 'Lost in La Mancha'.
  • Project Nim - Explores the trials of an unconventional project, mirroring themes of ambition and ethics in storytelling.
  • While We're Young - Examines the nature of creativity and ambition through generational differences, paralleling filmmaking themes.
  • The Great Documentary - Focuses on the fictionalized struggles of a filmmaker, resonating with the challenges faced in 'La Mancha'.

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# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1 2018 Belgium 22422 6.3 Movie Released NR
2 1991 United States of America 23609 8.1 Movie Released R
3 1982 Peru 8254 7.9 Movie Released
4
American Movie
American Movie
107 min
1999 United States of America 19717 7.8 Movie Released
5 2013 France 27951 8 Movie Released PG-13
6 2003 United Kingdom 496088 7.7 Movie Released
7 2012 Canada 21486 7.6 Movie Released NR
8
Super Size Me
Super Size Me
100 min
2004 Netherlands 114270 7.2 Movie Released
9
Room 237
Room 237
102 min
2012 United States of America 23239 6.2 Movie Released NR
10 2017 United States of America 165589 7.3 Movie Released R
11
Cameraperson
Cameraperson
102 min
2016 United States of America 3304 7.4 Movie Released
12 1974 United States of America 559 7 Movie Released
13
Examined Life
Examined Life
87 min
2008 Canada 1844 7 Movie Released
14
Overnight
Overnight
82 min
2003 United States of America 4696 7 Movie Released R
15 2012 Denmark 41179 8.2 Movie Released NR
16 2018 France 8125 6.7 Movie Released R
17
Freaks and Geeks
Freaks and Geeks
60 min
SS 1 EP 18
1999 United States of America 154694 8.8 Serie Canceled TV-14
18
The Last Movie
The Last Movie
108 min
1971 United States of America 2714 6.1 Movie Released R
19 2019 Ireland 723 6.8 Movie Released
20
Side by Side
Side by Side
99 min
2012 United States of America 13741 7.6 Movie Released NR
21 2017 Japan 30614 7.6 Movie Released
22 2017 United States of America 72291 3.4 Movie Released PG
23
Weiner
Weiner
96 min
2016 United States of America 10579 7.6 Movie Released
24 2010 Germany 1911 7.4 Movie Released
25
Crumb
Crumb
120 min
1994 United States of America 21776 8 Movie Released
26
Shutter Island
Shutter Island
138 min
2010 United States of America 1480590 8.2 Movie Released
27
The Square
The Square
151 min
2017 Denmark 78244 7.1 Movie Released R
28 2010 United Kingdom 711617 8 Movie Released
29
Big Eyes
Big Eyes
106 min
2014 Canada 99951 7 Movie Released
30 2014 United States of America 405184 7.7 Movie Released PG-13
31
Frances Ha
Frances Ha
86 min
2013 Brazil 95467 7.4 Movie Released
32 2012 Finland 73382 8.2 Movie Released PG-13
33
Project Nim
Project Nim
93 min
2011 United Kingdom 8618 7.4 Movie Released
34 2015 United States of America 53992 6.3 Movie Released R
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