Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Barefoot Gen List

  • Grave of the Fireflies - Both films depict the harsh realities of war and its impact on children.
  • The Boy in the Striped Pajamas - Explores the innocence of childhood amidst the backdrop of war.
  • Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas - Themes of sacrifice and tragedy in a war-ridden world.
  • Snow Falling on Cedars - Focuses on personal stories entwined with the effects of war.
  • The Wind Rises - A story set in Japan during a tumultuous time, reflecting on the impact of conflict.
  • Barefoot Gen 2 - A direct sequel that continues the story of resilience in post-war Japan.
  • The Pianist - A tale of survival against the backdrop of war, focusing on human suffering.
  • Life is Beautiful - Combines themes of hope and despair in the face of war.
  • A Silent Voice - Explores themes of bullying and social issues related to childhood.
  • The Book Thief - Childhood innocence amidst the despair of war-torn Europe.
  • When the Wind Blows - An animated feature that deals with the impact of nuclear war on everyday life.
  • Children of Heaven - Focuses on the struggles of childhood in challenging socio-economic conditions.
  • The Road - A grim survival story about a father and son in a desolate post-apocalyptic world.
  • Hotel Rwanda - Based on real events, showcasing the horrors of war and the fight for survival.
  • Waltz with Bashir - An animated documentary that deals with the traumatic effects of war.
  • Pan's Labyrinth - Fictional narrative set against a real historical backdrop, focusing on a young girl.
  • The Boy in the Striped Pajamas - Explores themes of friendship and innocence in war's dark world.
  • The Last Battle - Reflects on the traumatic aftermath of war on individuals.
  • In This Corner of the World - An animated film focusing on the impact of war on ordinary lives in Japan.
  • The Road to Guantanamo - Explores the consequences of conflict and individual stories of survival.
  • The Breadwinner - Features a young girl's resilience in a war-torn environment.
  • The Killer Inside Me - Illustrates the dark side of humanity in a historical context.
  • Beasts of No Nation - Depicts the life of child soldiers and the brutality of war.
  • Children of the Sea - Explores deep emotional themes related to nature and humanity amidst challenges.
  • Atonement - Follows the repercussions of a child's false accusation during wartime.
  • Enemy at the Gates - Stories of survival and the human condition during war.
  • Come and See - A harrowing depiction of the impact of World War II on a young boy.
  • The Great Raid - Adventure and warfare, showcasing heroism and survival against overwhelming odds.
  • The Kite Runner - A story of childhood, friendship, and the effects of war in Afghanistan.
  • Tora! Tora! Tora! - Historically based war film that brings personal stories to life in a historical context.
  • War Horse - Focuses on the bond between individuals during the chaos of war.
  • Flanders - Explores the psychological effects of war on soldiers and civilians alike.
  • Nation - Adventures in a war-torn environment, highlighting culture and humanity.
  • Romeo + Juliet - A tragic love story set against a backdrop of family conflict.

Last updated: 2024-09-26 19:09:28

# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1 1988 Japan 316519 8.5 Movie Released PG-13
2
Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas
Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas
24 min
SS 1 EP 26
2009 Japan 2293 8.1 Serie Ended TV-MA
3 1999 United States of America 14624 6.7 Movie Released PG-13
4
The Wind Rises
The Wind Rises
126 min
2013 Japan 100848 7.8 Movie Released
5 1986 Japan 1457 7.1 Movie Released
6
The Pianist
The Pianist
150 min
2002 France 926283 8.5 Movie Released R
7 1997 Italy 750960 8.6 Movie Released PG-13
8
The Book Thief
The Book Thief
131 min
2013 Germany 143107 7.5 Movie Released PG-13
9 1986 United Kingdom 12893 7.7 Movie Released
10 1997 Iran 81931 8.2 Movie Released
11
The Road
The Road
111 min
2009 United States of America 256876 7.2 Movie Released
12
Hotel Rwanda
Hotel Rwanda
121 min
2004 Italy 374612 8.1 Movie Released
13 2008 Australia 60782 8 Movie Released R
14
Pan's Labyrinth
Pan's Labyrinth
118 min
2006 Mexico 708164 8.2 Movie Released R
15 1983 France 6616 6.7 Movie Released
16 2016 Japan 12665 7.8 Movie Released
17 2006 United Kingdom 11499 7.4 Movie Released R
18 2017 Canada 28526 7.7 Movie Released PG-13
19 2010 Canada 35913 6.1 Movie Released R
20 2015 Brazil 87514 7.7 Movie Released
21 2019 China 3802 6.5 Movie Released NR
22
Atonement
Atonement
123 min
2007 France 302794 7.8 Movie Released R
23 2001 France 279720 7.5 Movie Released R
24
Come and See
Come and See
142 min
1985 Soviet Union 100240 8.4 Movie Released NR
25
The Great Raid
The Great Raid
132 min
2005 United States of America 24098 6.6 Movie Released R
26
The Kite Runner
The Kite Runner
128 min
2007 China 82835 7.6 Movie Released
27 1970 Japan 37622 7.5 Movie Released G
28
War Horse
War Horse
146 min
2011 India 166662 7.2 Movie Released
29
Flanders
Flanders
91 min
2006 France 3287 6.5 Movie Released
30
Nation
Nation
92 min
2021 Spain 32 6.3 Movie Released
31
Romeo + Juliet
Romeo + Juliet
120 min
1996 Australia 246808 6.7 Movie Released
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